Unfolding Geopolitics Episode 22 | Analysing Alaska: The Russian View

On August 15, President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin met in Alaska to discuss the Russia-Ukraine peace deal. Ivan Timofeev analyses the stakes for Russia, the U.S., Europe, and Ukraine, noting that Washington and Moscow remain decisive players while Europe and Ukraine play secondary roles. Could this meeting pave the way for peace? For India, the talks matter, as it faces an additional 25% tariff for buying Russian oil.

Ivan Timofeev is the Director General, Russian International Affairs Council.

Amit Bhandari is Senior Fellow for Energy, Investment and Connectivity.

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