15 Aug 2025
12m

Trump and Putin Meet For A Summit in Alaska. What Are the Views From Moscow and Kyiv?

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Up First from NPR

This episode of Up First from NPR News focuses on the high-stakes summit in Anchorage, Alaska, between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, aimed at addressing Russia's war in Ukraine. The discussion covers the goals of the summit, potential concessions from Ukraine, and the perspectives from Moscow and Kyiv. NPR correspondents Tamara Keith, Charles Mains, and Greg Myre provide insights into the preparations, expectations, and potential outcomes of the meeting, including possible deals on nuclear arms control and economic cooperation. The episode also explores Ukrainian concerns about being excluded from the talks and the potential for a ceasefire agreement.

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