Anchorage, Alaska — August 15, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to hold a joint press conference following their high-stakes summit at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage. This marks their first face-to-face meeting since 2019.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin convened a high-stakes summit at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, today, marking their first face-to-face meeting since 2019. The summit primarily focused on efforts to resolve the ongoing war in Ukraine, with both leaders expressing a commitment to peace.
Following a series of bilateral discussions and a working breakfast, the two leaders addressed the media in a joint press conference. President Trump emphasized the importance of a swift ceasefire, stating, “I want to see the killing stop today.” He reiterated that the United States is not seeking to negotiate on behalf of Ukraine but aims to facilitate direct talks between Kyiv and Moscow .
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President Putin expressed readiness to engage in further negotiations, contingent on the outcomes of today’s discussions. The Kremlin has indicated that a potential meeting between Presidents Putin and Zelensky could occur if the current talks yield positive results .
The summit has drawn both support and criticism. Some view it as a necessary step toward de-escalation, while others express concerns about the absence of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the potential for territorial concessions .