Punjabi: Russia and Ukraine War Like Situation
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US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin emerged from a two-and-a-half-hour summit in Alaska on Friday, claiming they had reached an "understanding" on a pathway to ending the war in Ukraine. However, they offered no specifics and departed without taking questions from the press.
IMAGE: Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump hold a joint presser after their meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, August 15, 2025. Photograph: Screen grab/White House/YouTube
In a brief statement, Putin said the pair had "hammered out" an understanding on the conflict and cautioned European nations not to "torpedo the nascent progress."
Speaking shortly after, Trump stated he had yet to speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy but would do so imminently, along with other European leaders. He suggested a formal deal was not yet in place.
The summit, held at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, began with an uncharacteristically warm reception for a leader responsible for the largest land war in Europe since 1945.
two men shared an extended handshake on a red carpet, with Putin grinning as B-2s and F-22s, military aircraft designed to counter Russia, flew overhead.
As they greeted each other, reporters shouted, "President Putin, will you stop killing civilians?" The Russian leader put his hand to his ear as if he could not hear the question. The pair then took a short ride in the US presidential limousine, known as "The Beast," with Putin offering a broad smile as they passed cameras.
This display of public friendliness, typically reserved for close allies, is likely to raise concerns among European leaders and Kyiv, who fear Trump's primary focus is on American interests rather than a concerted effort to support Ukraine. Zelenskyy and European leaders were not part of the discussions.
As per CNN, the change-up in the format of today's bilateral meeting -- from a one-on-one to a larger group -- is significant.
Trump's one-on-one meetings with Putin during his first term were clouded with mystery. With only a translator inside the room, it was often unclear what exactly was discussed. Aides had a difficult time ascertaining if the two reached any agreements. After one such meeting, in Germany, Trump asked his interpreter to discard his notes.
The addition of two aides to today's sessio—Secretaryy of State Marco Rubio and US special envoy Steve Witkof—couldd allow for greater clarity once the meeting concludes, particularly if Russia offers an accounting of events that differs from the US perspective, as per CNN.
One of them will also be able to take notes, which is often an essential factor in the real-time record of high-level summits.
On Air Force One en route to Alaska, Trump told reporters that he wasn't having the meeting to broker a deal on behalf of Ukraine, but instead said his goal was getting Putin to the table. He also stopped short of promising security guarantees for Ukraine as part of a deal to end the war.
Trump said he spoke to Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko—a staunch Putin ally—ahead of the summit.
Trump has vowed to "end the Ukraine war quickly," while Putin is seeking recognition of Russia's territorial gains and relief from Western sanctions. Zelenskyy has refused to surrender territory and hasn't been invited to the summit.
IMAGE: Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump hold a joint presser after their meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, August 15, 2025. Photograph: Screen grab/White House/YouTube
In a brief statement, Putin said the pair had "hammered out" an understanding on the conflict and cautioned European nations not to "torpedo the nascent progress."
Speaking shortly after, Trump stated he had yet to speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy but would do so imminently, along with other European leaders. He suggested a formal deal was not yet in place.
The summit, held at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, began with an uncharacteristically warm reception for a leader responsible for the largest land war in Europe since 1945.
two men shared an extended handshake on a red carpet, with Putin grinning as B-2s and F-22s, military aircraft designed to counter Russia, flew overhead.
As they greeted each other, reporters shouted, "President Putin, will you stop killing civilians?" The Russian leader put his hand to his ear as if he could not hear the question. The pair then took a short ride in the US presidential limousine, known as "The Beast," with Putin offering a broad smile as they passed cameras.
This display of public friendliness, typically reserved for close allies, is likely to raise concerns among European leaders and Kyiv, who fear Trump's primary focus is on American interests rather than a concerted effort to support Ukraine. Zelenskyy and European leaders were not part of the discussions.
As per CNN, the change-up in the format of today's bilateral meeting -- from a one-on-one to a larger group -- is significant.
Trump's one-on-one meetings with Putin during his first term were clouded with mystery. With only a translator inside the room, it was often unclear what exactly was discussed. Aides had a difficult time ascertaining if the two reached any agreements. After one such meeting, in Germany, Trump asked his interpreter to discard his notes.
The addition of two aides to today's sessio—Secretaryy of State Marco Rubio and US special envoy Steve Witkof—couldd allow for greater clarity once the meeting concludes, particularly if Russia offers an accounting of events that differs from the US perspective, as per CNN.
One of them will also be able to take notes, which is often an essential factor in the real-time record of high-level summits.
On Air Force One en route to Alaska, Trump told reporters that he wasn't having the meeting to broker a deal on behalf of Ukraine, but instead said his goal was getting Putin to the table. He also stopped short of promising security guarantees for Ukraine as part of a deal to end the war.
Trump said he spoke to Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko—a staunch Putin ally—ahead of the summit.
Trump has vowed to "end the Ukraine war quickly," while Putin is seeking recognition of Russia's territorial gains and relief from Western sanctions. Zelenskyy has refused to surrender territory and hasn't been invited to the summit.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded his joint press conference with US President Donald Trump on Friday by inviting Trump for further talks in Moscow.
"Next time in Moscow," Putin said.
Trump accepted the suggestion, saying, "That's an interesting one. I'll get a little heat on that one, but I can see it possibly happening."
Trump said that the next step now rests with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, adding that a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin would be arranged soon.
"Now it's really up to President Zelenskyy to get it done," Trump told the local media. "They're going to set up a meeting now between President Zelenskyy and President Putin and myself, I guess," Trump told the media.
He declined to disclose the remaining issues holding up a deal, saying only that he wants "to see what we can get done."
Despite the lack of a formal agreement, Trump described the summit as a success, rating it "10 out of 10, in the sense that we got along great."
"I want to make sure it gets done," he said adding, "And we have a pretty good chance of getting it done."
Trump said he and Putin agreed that the Ukraine conflict would end with land swaps and US-backed some type of security guarantee.
"Next time in Moscow," Putin said.
Trump accepted the suggestion, saying, "That's an interesting one. I'll get a little heat on that one, but I can see it possibly happening."
Trump said that the next step now rests with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, adding that a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin would be arranged soon.
"Now it's really up to President Zelenskyy to get it done," Trump told the local media. "They're going to set up a meeting now between President Zelenskyy and President Putin and myself, I guess," Trump told the media.
He declined to disclose the remaining issues holding up a deal, saying only that he wants "to see what we can get done."
Despite the lack of a formal agreement, Trump described the summit as a success, rating it "10 out of 10, in the sense that we got along great."
"I want to make sure it gets done," he said adding, "And we have a pretty good chance of getting it done."
Trump said he and Putin agreed that the Ukraine conflict would end with land swaps and US-backed some type of security guarantee.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin says he and Donald Trump have reached an 'understanding' on Ukraine, warns Europe not to 'torpedo the nascent progress', PTI has reported quoting AP.
Trump and Putin end their joint press conference without taking questions or sharing details of talks on Ukraine's future.
President Donald Trump has indicated that the US may not impose secondary tariffs on countries continuing to procure Russia crude oil.
"Well, he (Russian President Vladimir Putin) lost an oil client, so to speak, which is India, which was doing about 40 percent of the oil. China, as you know, is doing a lot…And if I did what's called a secondary sanction, or a secondary tariff, it would be very devastating from their standpoint. If I have to do it, I'll do it. Maybe I won't have to do it,” Trump said on Friday.
The US president made the remarks in an interview with Fox News aboard Air Force One en route to Alaska for a high-stakes summit meeting with Putin. The meeting concluded without any agreement on ending the Russia-Ukraine war.
On Wednesday, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent had said if “things don't go well” between Trump and Putin at the summit meeting, then secondary sanctions on India for purchasing Russian oil could go up.
In an interview with Bloomberg, Bessent said, “I think everyone has been frustrated with President Putin. We expected that he would come to the table in a more fulsome way. It looks like he may be ready to negotiate.”
“And we put secondary tariffs on the Indians for buying Russian oil. And I could see, if things don't go well, then sanctions or secondary tariffs could go up,” he added.
On whether sanctions can go up or loosened, Bessent had said, “Sanctions can go up, they can be loosened. They can have a definitive life. They can go on indefinitely.”
Trump imposed tariffs totalling 50 per cent on India, including 25 per cent for Delhi's purchases of Russian oil that will come into effect from August 27.
Responding to the tariffs, the Ministry of External Affairs has said that the targeting of India is unjustified and unreasonable.
“Like any major economy, India will take all necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and economic security,” it said.
Trump and Putin end their joint press conference without taking questions or sharing details of talks on Ukraine's future.
President Donald Trump has indicated that the US may not impose secondary tariffs on countries continuing to procure Russia crude oil.
"Well, he (Russian President Vladimir Putin) lost an oil client, so to speak, which is India, which was doing about 40 percent of the oil. China, as you know, is doing a lot…And if I did what's called a secondary sanction, or a secondary tariff, it would be very devastating from their standpoint. If I have to do it, I'll do it. Maybe I won't have to do it,” Trump said on Friday.
The US president made the remarks in an interview with Fox News aboard Air Force One en route to Alaska for a high-stakes summit meeting with Putin. The meeting concluded without any agreement on ending the Russia-Ukraine war.
On Wednesday, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent had said if “things don't go well” between Trump and Putin at the summit meeting, then secondary sanctions on India for purchasing Russian oil could go up.
In an interview with Bloomberg, Bessent said, “I think everyone has been frustrated with President Putin. We expected that he would come to the table in a more fulsome way. It looks like he may be ready to negotiate.”
“And we put secondary tariffs on the Indians for buying Russian oil. And I could see, if things don't go well, then sanctions or secondary tariffs could go up,” he added.
On whether sanctions can go up or loosened, Bessent had said, “Sanctions can go up, they can be loosened. They can have a definitive life. They can go on indefinitely.”
Trump imposed tariffs totalling 50 per cent on India, including 25 per cent for Delhi's purchases of Russian oil that will come into effect from August 27.
Responding to the tariffs, the Ministry of External Affairs has said that the targeting of India is unjustified and unreasonable.
“Like any major economy, India will take all necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and economic security,” it said.
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