Trump and Putin to meet in Alaska. Will Ukraine be asked to concede territory? We break down what’s really at stake ahead of Friday’s summit — in today’s 5-minute Ukraine Bulletin.

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In this episode:

• Alaska Summit Looms: Trump and Putin to meet on August 15th, with Zelenskyy’s participation still uncertain.
• Possible Concessions: Reports suggest Moscow will push for Ukraine to cede land, such as the remainder of Donetsk, in exchange for a ceasefire.
• Symbolism and Narratives: Russian media exploits Alaska’s history to stoke nationalist sentiment ahead of the talks.
• Strategic Risks: Territorial compromise could dismantle Ukraine’s defensive Donbas Line and reposition Russia for a renewed offensive toward the Dnipro River.
• Enforcement Questions: Without credible security guarantees, any deal risks being violated as soon as it’s signed.
• Pokrovsk in Focus: Ukrainian forces brace for intensified Russian assaults as negotiations near.

Referenced Sources:

• Trump, Putin to meet in Alaska on August 15th (washingtonpost.com)
• Alaska summit details and agenda (cnn.com)
• Putin–Trump talks to focus on Ukraine peace deal (reuters.com)
• Exclusive: Putin to demand Ukraine cede more territory (kyivindependent.com)