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Putin
‘Fake News!’ – Trump Blasts Media on Upcoming Alaska Meeting Coverage
In a social media update, the US president lambasted the media for its recent criticisms ahead of his meeting with Putin, following his suggestion that Kyiv’s concessions might be on the table.
Aug. 13, 2025
War in Ukraine
ANALYSIS: ‘Territory Swap’? Map of Ukraine and Russia’s Control, Region by Region
If Kyiv and Moscow accept Trump’s so-called land swaps, here’s how much territory each controls as of Tuesday – three days before the talks.
Aug. 13, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: What Happens When Trump and Putin Sit Down in Alaska? 4 Key Scenarios
The stakes are enormous. The pressure is real. And the outcomes could reshape the war in Ukraine.
Aug. 13, 2025
War in Ukraine
Protests at Summit in Anchorage to Carry Clear Messages to Trump and Putin
“Alaska stands with Ukraine, and we don’t appreciate authoritarian dictators being invited to our state,” said one of the protest organizers Erin Jackson-Hill.
Aug. 13, 2025
Putin
Putin, North Korea’s Kim Hold Phone Call Ahead of Alaska Summit
Putin and Kim spoke by phone in a “warm comradely atmosphere” and confirmed “their will to strengthen cooperation in the future,” a North Korean state media agency said on Tuesday.
Aug. 13, 2025
Trump
‘Nexus of Diplomacy’ – Trump’s Alaska Gamble With Putin Faces Skepticism
From Washington to Brussels, the Anchorage meeting is seen as either a bold gamble for peace or a dangerous game of concessions, with the future of Ukraine hanging in the balance.
Aug. 13, 2025
Zelensky
‘His Personal Victory’ – Zelensky Sours On Trump-Putin Alaska Talks
Uninvited to the summit and unwilling to cede Donbas, Ukraine’s leader worries that Putin has “postponed sanctions” with the US visit and could be coming back into Trump’s good graces.
Aug. 13, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky Says Ukraine Will Not Cede Land as ‘Springboard’ for New War
The Ukrainian president also warned that “any productive talks without [Ukraine] at the table” will not be accepted ahead of Friday’s Trump–Putin talks in Alaska.
Aug. 12, 2025
Trump
‘We’re Not Negotiating’ – US Officials Lower Expectations for Trump–Putin Summit
State Department and White House briefing stress the purpose of the Anchorage meeting is to “see what’s possible,” not to forge a peace deal.
Aug. 12, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky, Europe to Hold Emergency Talks With Trump Ahead of Putin Summit
European leaders have been vocal about their concerns that Kyiv and Europe are excluded from negotiations at the Trump–Putin summit in Alaska on Friday.
Aug. 11, 2025
Putin
Trump Fumbles, Says He’ll Go to Russia – Not Alaska – to Meet Putin
If Trump were to make it to Russia, it would be his first trip to Russia as a sitting US president, following earlier visits during his business career before entering politics.
Updated: Aug. 11, 2025
War in Ukraine
Politicians, Experts Convinced that Trump Will Try to Force Ukraine to Make Concessions to Russia
Former Swedish PM Carl Bildt says Trump’s latest remarks on territory swaps show he plans to push Ukraine into making territorial concessions.
Aug. 11, 2025
War in Ukraine
Europe Pushes for Ukraine Role in Trump-Putin Talks
The idea of a US-Russia meeting without Zelensky has raised concerns that a deal would require Kyiv to cede swaths of territory, which the EU has rejected.
Aug. 11, 2025
Zelensky
‘Done With Funding of Ukraine War,’ Says Vance. But US NATO Envoy Suggests Zelensky Could Join Alaska Talks
“I certainly think it’s possible,” NATO ambassador says about Ukrainian presence at Trump-Putin summit. Meanwhile Vice President Vance says the days of US funding Ukraine’s defense are over.
Aug. 11, 2025
Putin
‘He Let Putin Walk Across Red Line’ – Trump’s Russia Strategy Divides Washington
Senators Shaheen and Graham clash over Trump’s Ukraine policy, underscoring a debate on whether peace lies in tough sanctions or unconventional diplomacy.
Aug. 10, 2025
Ukraine
‘Bloody Land Grab’ or Genuine Peace? Europe Wary of Trump–Putin Meeting
Speaking to Kyiv Post, a retired US military colonel warns that a deal rewarding Russian aggression would be an “unjust temporary ceasefire” and not real peace.
Aug. 10, 2025