Bloomberg Daybreak: US Edition Trump Pushes for Putin-Zelenskiy Summit; Potential US-Intel Stake
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Aug 19, 2025 President Trump advocates for a summit between Putin and Zelenskiy, aiming to strengthen Ukraine's military support. Tensions rise as U.S. and European officials craft security guarantees for Ukraine. The administration also eyes a potential 10% stake in Intel, highlighting its manufacturing and design strengths. Meanwhile, traders keep a close watch on earnings reports from major retailers and the anticipated remarks from Jay Powell at Jackson Hole. The podcast balances high-level diplomacy with the dynamics of the tech market.
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Trump Pushes For Direct Summit
- President Trump proposed a direct Zelensky–Putin summit followed by a trilateral meeting to seek a deal.
- European and U.S. officials are working on security guarantees to let Ukraine expand its forces without limits.
Move Quickly To Arrange Talks
- Work actively to set up the proposed meetings while managing Russian demands and timelines.
- Coordinate quickly with European partners to keep momentum and clarify security guarantees.
Putin’s Conditions Could Stall Talks
- Putin likely conditions talks on Ukraine ceding territory, which Zelensky rejects.
- Analysts say Putin may be playing for time despite pressure to meet.
