Main events of the morning of August 11: summit preparations, attacks on Ukraine, reactions from Europe, the US, China and global diplomacy.
Analysis of the U.S. decision to raise tariffs on India and China due to their purchases of Russian oil. Economic impact on the U.S., India, China, and Russia.
An analysis of the likelihood of a Trump-Putin meeting, the influence of Russian propaganda, and developments in Ukraine's missile programs.
Mark Rutte says Trump will test Putin's will to make peace at the Alaska summit; no real agreement is expected.
Putin's ally Dmitry Kozak distances himself from the Kremlin, the West increases pressure on Russia, and the world prepares for Ukraine negotiations.
August 10: Preparations for the Trump-Putin summit, discussions on Ukraine support, strikes on energy infrastructure, and positions of the US and EU.
The Trump administration hiked tariffs on Swiss exports to 39%, triggering a trade conflict. Bern searches for compromise.
The Washington Post discloses new details about Russia’s demands in talks with Trump regarding Ukraine, including territorial issues and a proposed truce.
US media report possible Zelenskyy visit to Alaska during a US-Russia summit. European leaders call on Trump to coordinate policy on Russia and Ukraine.
