Ukraine: The Latest Putin ‘to test nuclear missiles’ ahead of Trump Alaska summit
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Aug 15, 2025 
Jade McGlynn, an expert from the War Studies Department at King's College, provides insightful analysis on the crucial Alaska summit between Trump and Putin. They discuss Putin's potential nuclear missile tests as a strategic provocation, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, focusing on wartime dynamics and civilian impacts. McGlynn highlights the resilience of the Ukrainian resistance against Russian occupation, particularly in resource exploitation. The episode captures the urgency of prioritizing Ukrainian sovereignty against the backdrop of international negotiations.
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Trump Insists Ukraine Must Be At Table
- Donald Trump says he will not make a peace deal with Vladimir Putin without Volodymyr Zelensky being involved.
- He suggested a trilateral meeting and admitted a one-in-four chance the summit could fail.
Russia Readies Nuclear-Capable Missile Test
- Satellite imagery indicated Russia prepared to test a new nuclear-capable cruise missile ahead of the Alaska summit.
- Western sources flagged a possible Bereznik/Burevestnik-type test to signal strength before talks.
Frontline Penetrations But No Consolidation
- Russian forces pushed penetrations near Dobropilya but have not yet consolidated gains.
- ISW assesses Ukrainian reinforcements have stabilised the front and Russian advances remain unconfirmed.