US/Russia Summit in Anchorage: Putin Lands In Alaska For Trump Meeting
The meeting aims to address the ongoing war in Ukraine and explore economic opportunities between the two nations.
US/EUROPE — On August 15, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Anchorage, Alaska, for a summit with U.S. President Donald Trump. The meeting aims to address the ongoing war in Ukraine and explore economic opportunities between the two nations.
Summit Between Putin and Trump, and Developments on Ukraine-Russia Peace
GLOBAL — Discussions between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are scheduled for August 15, 2025, in Anchorage, Alaska, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
The Russian special aircraft completed a direct flight from Moscow to Anchorage, covering 4,953 miles (7,971 kilometers) and crossing the international date line. This summit marks Putin's first trip to the West since the start of the Ukraine conflict.
The agenda includes discussions on a potential ceasefire in Ukraine, with Trump warning of severe consequences for Russia if no agreement is reached. Preparations for the summit were reviewed in a meeting held by the Kremlin on August 14. Aide to the President Yuri Ushakov provided commentary on the expected talks, highlighting the untapped potential for U.S.-Russia economic relations.
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