Putin–Trump Summit in Alaska Confirmed for August 15 in Anchorage

The White House has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump will hold a high-level meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, on Friday, August 15. Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city, is a place where modern life meets raw wilderness. Nestled between the rugged Chugach Mountains and the icy waters of the Cook Inlet, it’s a hub for both commerce and adventure in the far north. While it’s home to busy streets, shops, and cultural venues, Anchorage still feels deeply tied to the untamed landscapes surrounding it—moose wander through neighborhoods, and the Northern Lights often dance overhead in winter. It serves as a gateway to Alaska’s wild interior and coastal wonders, offering residents and visitors a mix of urban convenience and quick access to nature’s extremes. Poroshenko: “Our Land Is Not for Sale” Former Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko — listed by Russia’s financial monitoring agency as linked to extremist or terrorist activities — told Sky News that Ukraine will not cede territory to Russia. “Our land is not for sale. (...) Without Ukraine, no final decision can be made,” he stated.