Start Here BREAKING: Trump-Putin Summit
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Aug 16, 2025 
Mary Bruce, ABC News' Chief White House correspondent, joins Martha Raddatz, Chief Global Affairs Anchor, and Ian Pannell, Chief Foreign Correspondent, to dissect the high-stakes summit between Trump and Putin. They explore the charged atmosphere amidst talks of a ceasefire in Ukraine, the historical ties between the U.S. and Russia, and the unfulfilled potential for renewed cooperation. With optimism mingling with uncertainty, the guests analyze the complexities of the discussions and the broader implications for global politics.
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Summit Framed As A Ceasefire Gamble
- The summit was framed as a high-stakes gamble aimed at securing a ceasefire in Ukraine.
- President Trump prioritized getting Putin to agree to a ceasefire or walking away if unsuccessful.
Pageantry Gave Putin A Public Relations Win
- Putin received a warm, cinematic welcome on the Anchorage red carpet with flyovers and a joint motorcade.
- He even rode briefly in the U.S. presidential limousine, a high-profile PR win.
Timeline Shifts Signaled Unexpected Progress
- The meeting was compressed and altered as talks evolved, with a planned larger working lunch scrapped.
- Reporters were scrambled, signaling unexpected progress or change in the summit's timeline.