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Putin went further, hinting that the upcoming Alaska talks might go beyond Ukraine. He suggested that Moscow and Washington could revive discussions on nuclear arms control — a subject long ignored by the Biden administration.
Talks Could Reignite Nuclear Deal
The U.S. and Russia remain bound by the New START treaty, signed back in 2011. That agreement, which set strict limits on nuclear arsenals, is set to expire in February 2026. Putin hinted that Trump is the only leader who could secure meaningful extensions or new agreements.
He said the summit’s goal is to “create long-term conditions for peace between our countries, as well as in Europe, and in the world as a whole.”
If successful, the meeting could shift global politics overnight.
Trump Issues a Warning Before the Summit
Flying to Alaska aboard Air Force One, Trump told reporters that Putin must choose peace or face devastating consequences.
“We get along. There’s a good respect level on both sides, and I think, you know, something’s going to come of it,” Trump said. “I noticed he’s bringing a lot of business people from Russia. And that’s good. I like that. Cause they wanna do business, but they’re not doing business until we get the war settled.”
Trump stressed the urgency of ending the bloodshed. “The war has got to stop and the killing’s got to stop,” he declared.
Business and Security on the Table
Reporters pressed Trump on whether the U.S. might offer Ukraine security guarantees short of NATO membership. Trump left the door open but emphasized that any agreement would depend on progress in Alaska.
Another question centered on territorial swaps — a deeply controversial issue. Trump’s response was clear:
“They’ll be discussed, but I’ve gotta let Ukraine make that decision. And I think they’ll make a proper decision. But I’m not here to negotiate for Ukraine. I’m here to get them at a table. And I think you have two sides — look, Vladimir Putin wanted to take all of Ukraine. If I wasn’t president, he would right now be taking all of Ukraine. But he’s not going to do it.”
Trump’s Final Word: Severe Consequences
Trump once again made it clear that failure is not an option.
“Economically severe. Yes. It will be very severe. I’m not doing this for my health, okay? I don’t need it. I’d like to focus on our country, but I’m doing this to save a lot of lives,” Trump said.
A Defining Moment
The Alaska summit could prove historic. On one side, Trump brings business leaders and a bold peace plan. On the other, Putin signals a willingness to negotiate on both Ukraine and nuclear arms.
What’s clear is this: Trump is moving the world closer to peace, while Biden has only led America deeper into chaos.
