Trump and Putin to meet to discuss Ukraine peace deal in Alaska

Summary

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet in Alaska on August 15 to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war, amid discussions of a possible ceasefire involving territorial exchanges. Ukraine's President Zelenskiy insists any peace deal must respect Ukraine's constitution and territory.

Key Points
  • US President Donald Trump announced a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15 in Alaska to negotiate peace in Ukraine.
  • Trump suggested the peace deal may involve swapping territories to benefit both sides.
  • Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy rejected any decisions that violate Ukraine's constitution or gift land to occupiers.
  • Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk indicated a potential freeze in the Ukraine conflict may be near, with Ukraine cautious but optimistic.
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