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High Expectations for Trump-Putin Meeting
As Presidents Trump and Putin prepare for their summit in Anchorage, Alaska, many Russians express hope for resolution in Ukraine. Recent polls indicate approximately 60% of Russians desire an end to the conflict, though the path to peace remains unclear.
Russia's Uncompromising Demands
The Kremlin maintains a firm position requiring Ukraine to recognize Russia's annexation of four eastern provinces plus Crimea. Moscow insists on Ukrainian military withdrawal from remaining territories in Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia. Additional demands include permanent Ukrainian neutrality regarding NATO membership, military downsizing, and continued denazification efforts.
Ceasefire Complications
Russia rejects any temporary ceasefire, arguing it would benefit Ukrainian rearmament. This stance directly contradicts Ukraine's position that ceasefire precedes negotiations. With Russian forces advancing near Pokrovsk, military momentum complicates diplomatic solutions.
Broader Summit Significance
Beyond Ukraine, the meeting symbolizes Russia's geopolitical relevance despite Western isolation efforts. Putin's delegation includes foreign, defense, and finance ministers, signaling comprehensive agenda discussions. Strategic arms control features prominently, with New START treaty expiration looming in February 2026.
Nuclear Negotiations
Putin strategically emphasized nuclear disarmament discussions, aligning with Trump's stated priority for trilateral arms reduction talks involving China. The Alaska summit represents a critical opportunity to redefine US-Russia relations across security, economic, and diplomatic dimensions.
