East's Development: No Fresh Breakthroughs at the Alaska Summit
In the aftermath of the Trump-Putin summit held in Alaska on August 15, 2025, the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine shows no signs of resolution.
Key Developments
The peace talks between Ukraine and Russia have faced significant hurdles, with low expectations for a swift resolution. Despite the summit, no agreement was reached on a ceasefire, and violence has escalated. Both sides are preparing for ongoing conflict, with Ukraine testing new weapons and Russia maintaining its offensive operations.
Ukraine seeks a full withdrawal of Russian troops, the return of prisoners, prosecution of Russian leaders for war crimes, and security guarantees. Russia, on the other hand, demands recognition of annexed territories, guarantees against Ukraine joining NATO, and military curtailment.
The Trump administration has expressed support for Russian proposals but emphasizes the need for Putin to meet with Zelensky to conclude a peace agreement. However, Putin seeks to improve US-Russia relations without offering concessions on Ukraine. Russia has rejected European proposals to deploy troops in Ukraine after a settlement, viewing this as "foreign intervention." European countries align more with Ukrainian demands, planning for a ceasefire with a "coalition of the willing."
US-Russia Dynamics
During their private conversation, Trump and Putin discussed various aspects of the conflict, with Trump praising the "productive meeting" but noting that they did not agree on all points. The USA is willing to participate in security guarantees for Ukraine, but Trump no longer advocates for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire. Instead, he has been convinced by Putin to work towards a comprehensive peace agreement for Ukraine.
Public Opinion
Opinions on the summit among the public are divided. Some see hope for an end to the war, while others believe it will continue until one side surrenders. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed satisfaction with the meeting, stating that the results were more far-reaching than what was presented in the press conference. However, Ukrainians are critical of the latest US-Russian negotiations, with some viewing Putin's demands as a potential capitulation of Ukraine.
In Russia, opinions are mixed, with some tired of living under sanctions and wanting the situation to improve, while others view the meeting itself as a positive sign. A woman was injured by a Ukrainian drone in the Russian border region of Belgorod, adding to the tension between the two nations.
Future Prospects
The peace agreement involves many points and is more time-consuming than implementing a ceasefire. Ivan Jakovyna, a publicist, suggested that the best security guarantee for Ukraine is having two dozen nuclear missiles and a hundred fully armed F-15s and F-16s. Andrei Klishas, chairman of the committee on constitutional law and state building of the Federation Council, stated that Russia's efforts are towards a long-term and just peace, and that the goals of the special military operation will be achieved either by military or diplomatic means, with no unconditional ceasefire.
As the conflict continues, both sides are hoping for a resolution that brings peace and stability to the region. The future of Russia-Ukraine relations remains uncertain, with much depending on the willingness of both parties to compromise and find a lasting solution to the ongoing conflict.
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