The Alaska summit between Presidents Trump and Putin yielded no concrete results for Ukraine, disappointing many Ukrainians who hoped for an end to the war. Experts viewed the meeting as a PR victory for Putin, legitimizing his regime and easing international isolation. While a trilateral meeting with Zelenskyy was discussed, uncertainty remains, with differing statements from Moscow and Washington. Concerns exist that Ukraine may face increased pressure to concede territory. The red-carpet treatment of Putin further fueled Ukrainian anger and outrage.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.