The Globalist The Trump-Putin meeting: Is Ukraine guaranteed to lose?
Aug 11, 2025
Leila Malana-Allen, Monocle's Middle East correspondent, Julia Jen, Kyiv correspondent, and Ulrich Knudsen from the OECD dive into the geopolitical implications of the Trump-Putin meeting. They discuss the skepticism surrounding Ukraine's fate amidst a potential conflict 'freeze' and the pressing need for territorial guarantees. The trio explores Ukraine’s humanitarian crisis and how global diplomatic efforts intertwine with local conflicts, including tensions in Gaza and Europe's digital challenges. A riveting look at the convergence of politics and security.
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Alaska Talks Could Exclude Ukraine
- The Alaska meeting may exclude Ukraine and European voices.
- Trump has suggested deals could involve Ukraine ceding territory, which risks undermining Kyiv's security.
Kiev Sees Little Guarantee From Talks
- Ukrainians feel talks offer fleeting hope but no lasting guarantees.
- Julia Jen says people fear Trump is pushing Kyiv into harmful compromises.
Ukraine Needs Ironclad Guarantees
- Ukraine's constitution bars ceding territory without domestic consent.
- Julia Jen says Kyiv needs credible, enforceable security guarantees, not vague promises.