"Putin has already emerged victorious," suggests Masala at 14:33.
In Anchorage, Alaska, hundreds of people gathered to protest the planned meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, with some demonstrating against Trump's policies and others specifically criticizing the proposed encounter.
The much-anticipated meeting, held on August 15, 2025, at Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson, was the first between Trump and Putin since Trump's reelection and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The primary topic of discussion was the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War, although no ceasefire agreement was reached.
Despite describing the dialogue as constructive, both leaders failed to secure a ceasefire agreement. This indicates that while there was a willingness to engage, significant differences remain unresolved. Trump mentioned plans to call European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, suggesting a broader diplomatic effort to address the conflict.
There is concern that Putin may use these meetings to pressure Ukraine into making significant territorial concessions, which could be seen as a precondition for peace. This strategy might cast Ukraine as the obstacle to peace, influencing Trump's stance. Russia continues to use military pressure and could offer economic incentives to isolate Ukraine and influence Washington's stance on the conflict.
The absence of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy from the talks raises concerns about the legitimacy and effectiveness of any potential agreements without direct Ukrainian involvement. The lack of a ceasefire agreement highlights the ongoing challenge in achieving a negotiated settlement, underscoring the need for continued international pressure and diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.
Political stakes were high, with Germans having low expectations for the meeting, according to a poll. Only 13 percent of Germans believe that Trump can mediate enough to achieve a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine at the meeting in Alaska on Friday. Similarly, only 14 percent of Germans believe that Putin has a serious interest in a lasting ceasefire, while 82 percent do not.
The meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will take place at 11:00 AM local time (21:00 CEST) in Anchorage, Alaska, according to the White House. It remains unclear whether there will be a joint press conference after the meeting. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov caused a stir upon his arrival in Anchorage wearing a T-shirt bearing the inscription "CCCP" (USSR in English), which some interpret as a deliberate provocation.
In the meantime, the Ukrainian military claimed to have attacked a port in the Russian region of Astrakhan, sinking a ship carrying drone parts and ammunition from Iran. The situation remains tense, with authorities ordering the evacuation of the city of Druzhkivka and other frontline settlements due to the advance of Russian troops in eastern Ukraine.
As the summit concluded, concerns about the long-term implications for Ukraine persist. The lack of a ceasefire agreement and the ongoing military and diplomatic pressures suggest that a lasting solution remains elusive.
The Community policy regarding international diplomacy may need to address the potential impact of the U.S.-Russia meeting on Ukraine's employment policy, considering the possibility of significant territorial concessions.
The ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War-and-conflicts and politics surrounding the meeting have created a general-news concern over the legitimate effectiveness of potential agreements without direct Ukrainian involvement, necessitating continued employment policy discussions and diplomatic efforts.
