President Trump’s airplane has landed in Alaska forward of his assembly with Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled to start at 3 PM ET — about 40 minutes from now. Studies point out the talks might final for hours, which means any outcomes are unlikely earlier than the U.S. market shut.
Goal: The first objective is to discover a answer to the Russia–Ukraine conflict, although discussions can also cowl de-escalation of tensions and financial sanctions. Pres. Trump has additionally indicated that he would need to see a cease-fire introduced forward of the following summit between Ukraine and Zelenskiy.
Format change: As an alternative of a one-on-one, the assembly will likely be a three-on-three, together with Secretary of State Rubio and U.S. envoy Witkoff, each of whom met with Putin final week to put the groundwork.
Aftermath: Following the assembly, President Trump is scheduled to name Ukrainian President Zelenskiy and EU officers. Trump has reiterated his perception that Ukraine and Russia will in the end must strike a deal for peace — doubtless involving the ceding of some territory to Russia, an thought Ukraine has rejected.
Crude oil is shifting decrease on peace hopes that Russian sanctions could be eased. The worth of crude oil is down $-1.20 at $62.75.