Following the Alaska summit, President Trump unexpectedly shifted his position from supporting an immediate ceasefire to advocating for a comprehensive peace agreement, a process that could take considerable time.
Worried about potential Russian influence on President Trump, 7 European leaders are flying to the US to persuade him to maintain his position on the Ukraine conflict.
The exodus of companies from Russia after the Ukraine conflict and the thousands of sanctions imposed on Moscow could deter businesses from returning, even if given the opportunity.
A red carpet welcome, a fighter jet flyover, and a shared ride in the presidential limousine were among the gestures President Trump extended to his Russian counterpart ahead of their summit in Alaska.