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Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin plan unprecedented joint meeting on APEC sidelines, White House and Kremlin say
Trump has warmly embraced Xi after coming to a truce in their short-lived trade war last year and in spite of differences over the U.S. war with Iran and other tensions between the world's foremost economic powers. Similarly, Trump has sought to build his relationship with Putin, even as the Russian leader has persisted in his nearly 5-year-old war with Ukraine and as Moscow has deepened its military, intelligence and diplomatic partnership with Iran.
A new Yalta? Why a Trump-Xi-Putin meeting has the world on edge
Negotiations are ongoing for a potential meeting of world leaders Trump, Xi, and Putin next week. These leaders have different priorities, leading to uncertainty about the meeting's agenda and outcomes. While Trump hopes to discuss nuclear arms control, Xi is more reticent about this topic. Smaller nations, including Ukraine and Taiwan, express concern over a possible private agreement among the major powers.
Trump, Xi and Putin plan an unprecedented joint meeting on the sidelines of APEC, White House says
The three leaders may meet during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit. This unprecedented summit is expected to focus on nuclear arms discussions and regional tensions. While no significant agreements are anticipated, the meeting symbolises their ongoing diplomatic engagements.
Is the Trump Putin Alaska meet over Ukraine turning into a “Yalta Conference” moment where Europe’s fate is sealed by two non-European powers?
Trump Putin Alaska meet over Ukraine is raising eyebrows across Europe, with some analysts warning it could echo the 1945 Yalta Conference, when global powers redrew the continent’s map without its own leaders in the room. This high-stakes summit, between two non-European powers, sparks fears that Europe’s fate could again be shaped from afar. While Trump calls it a step toward “ending the war,” critics see the risk of backroom deals over Ukraine’s sovereignty.
In a Trump-Putin summit, Ukraine fears losing say over its future
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Alaska. This meeting excludes Ukraine. It sparks worries about possible land concessions. Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns against deals made without Ukraine's involvement. Concerns arise over Trump's approach to Putin. European leaders stress the need for Ukraine's inclusion in peace talks. The meeting's outcome remains uncertain for Ukraine.
