Ceasefire Summit: Trump and Putin's Alaskan Rendezvous

Former President Donald Trump aims for a rapid ceasefire in Ukraine by meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. Despite skepticism from Ukrainian President Zelenskiy, Trump seeks a peace deal and truce that could reshape geopolitical dynamics. Skepticism remains high over potential territorial implications.

Donald Trump expressed a strong desire for an immediate ceasefire as he traveled to Alaska for a pivotal summit with Vladimir Putin, aiming to address the intense European conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who wasn't included in the discussions, worries about potential implications for Ukrainian sovereignty.

Trump, en route aboard Air Force One, emphasized that he would not impose territorial decisions on Ukraine, stating he was focused on facilitating talks. The U.S. and Russian leaders were set to meet in Anchorage for their first direct discussions since Trump's return to the presidency.

As tensions around Ukraine and broader U.S.-Russia relations simmer, the meeting's success could influence Trump's global standing and lead to a broader diplomatic dialogue, even as skepticism from various quarters about the effectiveness of the talks persisted.

(With inputs from agencies.)