Economists say the talks are "already a win" for Putin, whose economy is limping along after three years of war.

Economists say the talks are "already a win" for Putin, whose economy is limping along after three years of war.

Analyst Ozay Sendir noted that the West is currently fragmented, with EU countries urging the US president not to accept any Ukraine settlement plan that ignores their views and…

Pro-Kremlin figures view the summit as the prelude to lifting sanctions and absolving the Russian army for war crimes committed in Ukraine, with some even saying that 'the…

Marc Champion pointed out that this trip to Alaska would strengthen the Russian leader’s international posture and point to Russia’s "long historical reach as a great power"

Mixed feelings in Moscow before Friday’s summit as analysts are sceptical that peace in Ukraine will be secured.

Trump, who described the call as "a ten", was urged to keep Ukraine's interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday.