Elizabeth Wood

Elizabeth Wood, a Russian specialist and history professor at MIT, dives deep into the implications of the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. She discusses the potential risks for Ukraine amidst negotiations that could sideline the war-torn nation. Wood highlights the troubling personal dynamics between the leaders against the backdrop of a humanitarian crisis. She critiques the possibility of land concessions and underscores the essential need for Ukraine’s involvement in any deal. The conversation reveals the precarious geopolitical landscape and its impact on European security.