Washington D.C., August 9 (FrontPostPlus) – In a high-stakes diplomatic move, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Alaska on 15 August to discuss the future of the ongoing war in Ukraine. The location, confirmed by both Washington and the Kremlin, is seen as “logical” given Alaska’s close proximity to Russia.
The announcement came after President Trump revealed the meeting on social media, later echoed by Kremlin officials. The primary focus of the talks will be to explore possible solutions to end the war that began in February 2022, when Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stressed that any agreement must directly involve Ukraine, reaffirming his readiness to work with all parties towards a “lasting peace”.
Just hours before confirming the Alaska talks, President Trump suggested that a “swapping of territories” might be necessary to resolve the conflict. He acknowledged the immense human cost of the war, noting:
“A lot of Russians have died. A lot of Ukrainians have died… It’s very complicated. We’re going to get some back, we’re going to get some switched, to the betterment of both.”
While Trump’s comments hint at potential territorial compromises, no specific details have been provided about the negotiation framework. Analysts say this meeting could mark a pivotal moment in the conflict if it leads to meaningful progress towards de-escalation.
