The News Agents Will Trump and Putin carve up Ukraine – then blame Zelenskyy?
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Aug 11, 2025 
Mikhail Kasyanov, former Prime Minister of Russia turned Kremlin critic, shares insights on the upcoming Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. He argues that the meeting is primarily a strategic win for Putin, with potential dangerous consequences for Ukraine’s sovereignty. Kasyanov explores how a lack of concessions from Putin could paint Ukrainian President Zelenskyy as an obstacle to peace, emphasizing the precarious nature of negotiations and the doubts surrounding Trump's diplomatic approach.
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Trump Frames A Deal As 'Swapping Territories'
- Donald Trump framed a deal as "swapping" land to the betterment of both sides.
- Jon Sopel warns that framing forces Ukraine to cede territory without meaningful returns.
Alaska Summit Could 'Carve Up' Ukraine
- Jon Sopel warns the Anchorage meeting risks Trump and Putin carving up Ukraine between themselves.
- He says any resulting deal would be a net loss for Zelensky and a win for Putin.
Meeting Restores Russian Legitimacy
- Lewis Goodall says hosting Putin signals Trump will normalise Russia's international standing.
- This move undoes Western isolation and gives Putin diplomatic legitimacy for little concession.