The DSR Network Could Expert Expectations for the Alaska Summit be Any Lower?
Aug 13, 2025
Ivo Daalder, former U.S. ambassador to NATO, and Angela Stent, Georgetown University professor and Putin expert, dive into the upcoming Trump-Putin summit. They express skepticism over its potential outcomes, especially concerning Ukraine and European security. The conversation covers the complex diplomatic tensions and manipulation fears, with insights into Russia's ambitions in Ukraine. Additionally, they analyze the ongoing conflict's dynamics, highlighting Ukraine's resilience while pondering the effectiveness of historical military strategies.
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Summit Unlikely To Produce A Viable Deal
- The Alaska summit is unlikely to produce any acceptable ceasefire or deal for Ukraine and its European backers.
- Angela Stent warns Putin will push for Russian control of occupied territory and constraints on Ukraine's military and NATO prospects.
Trump Seeks A Peacemaker Trophy
- Ivo Daalder fears the summit may yield a worse-than-nothing outcome that serves Trump's image not European or Ukrainian security.
- He argues Trump seeks a peacemaker trophy rather than a durable resolution for Ukraine.
Public Triumph Could Mask Bad Concessions
- Rosa Brooks fears Trump could be 'played' into accepting concessions and then claim victory publicly.
- She warns a superficially triumphant outcome could in fact be terrible for Ukraine.