President Putin, in a meeting with senior Russian officials, suggested that Moscow and Washington could reach an agreement on strategic nuclear weapons.

The Kremlin has revealed the time, format, and anticipated discussion topics for the meeting between Putin and Trump.

The Alaska summit will test whether the good personal relationship with Putin that Trump boasts is enough to overcome disagreements.

Russia's GDP growth has declined for several consecutive quarters, now just over 1% in the second quarter.

Europe raced to persuade Trump to consider their perspective before the US-Russia summit, and their efforts appear to have paid off.

Trump said he would seek a trilateral meeting with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine immediately following his meeting with Putin in Alaska.

Belarus announced it will practice deploying Oreshnik missiles, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, during the Zapad-2025 joint military exercises with Russia.

Russia affirms its position on ending the conflict in Ukraine, outlined by President Putin, remains unchanged before the summit with the US.

Many Russians believe the summit with Trump is a win for Putin and a chance to improve relations with Washington despite the war in Ukraine.

Putin, in a phone call with Kim Jong-un, expressed gratitude for the "spirit of sacrifice" displayed by North Korean soldiers during the Kursk liberation campaign.

Ukrainians worry the Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska will do little to bring lasting peace, instead offering Russia a chance to enhance its military and diplomatic leverage.

Former US president Trump anticipates "constructive discussions" aimed at ending the war in Ukraine when he meets with his Russian counterpart Putin this weekend.

European leaders worry that Presidents Trump and Putin might reach an agreement on the Ukraine conflict without their involvement.

Two days before Trump's deadline, Putin agreed to meet the US president, averting sanctions while still pursuing his objectives in Ukraine.