In Short:
– Presidents Trump and Putin are meeting in Anchorage to discuss the Ukraine conflict.
– Both leaders are accompanied by their advisers and will hold a press conference afterwards.

President Trump and President Putin have commenced their meeting in Anchorage, Alaska.

They were joined by their delegations and appeared in front of a backdrop reading “Pursuing Peace.”

No statements were made to the press, with Trump simply remarking, “Thank you very much,” as reporters were quickly ushered out.

The summit marks their first in-person discussion in years, focusing on resolving the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Moments ago here at Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska—President Trump and President Putin begin their meeting… pic.twitter.com/nedMkd5pMS

— Dan Scavino (@Scavino47) August 15, 2025

Their meeting began shortly before 11:30 a.m. local time at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.

There are warnings of “very severe consequences” for Russia if a cease-fire isn’t agreed upon.

Trump just flew a B-2 stealth bomber over Putin’s head…

Absolutely incredible. pic.twitter.com/2bsnssRv9f

— Geiger Capital (@Geiger_Capital) August 15, 2025

Trump expressed confidence in reaching a deal but indicated he might walk away if negotiations falter.

Advisers Present

Trump’s discussion includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, while Putin is accompanied by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and aide Yuri Ushakov.

Following their initial meeting, both presidents are set to hold a press conference.

European leaders, including Zelensky, are watching closely as the outcome could affect the future of the conflict.