Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 05:07pm on 16 Aug 2025,Saturday International
Russian President Vladimir Putin described his recent meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska as “very frank” and “timely,” emphasizing its usefulness in advancing discussions on ending the Ukraine conflict “on a fair basis.” Speaking to top officials in Moscow, Putin noted the rarity of such high-level direct negotiations and praised the opportunity to calmly and thoroughly reiterate Russia’s position. He stated the conversation was substantive and believed it brought both nations closer to making necessary decisions. The meeting took place at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, marking a significant diplomatic engagement amid ongoing global tensions. (PC: X/Whitehouse)
