Donald Trump has landed in Alaska and will meet former President Vladimir Putin at 21:00 Warsaw time on the same evening, marking a high‑profile summit in the state’s capital.
Donald Trump Lands in Alaska
At approximately 20:00 Alaska time, after a flight exceeding six hours, Donald Trump touched down at Anchorage International Airport and is slated to meet with President Vladimir Putin shortly thereafter.
Putin Arrives to Meet Trump on Short Notice
Russian President Putin is set to arrive at Anchorage at 11:00 local time—equivalent to 21:00 Warsaw time. The meeting is slated to commence shortly after his arrival. The Kremlin indicated it will be a summit involving top leaders. Putin will travel aboard an Ilyushin IL‑96‑300 aircraft.
Change in Meeting Format
According to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, the talks may last between six and seven hours. White House officials noted that the face‑to‑face meeting between Trump and Putin will involve advisors from both sides. The White House press secretary Caroline Leavitt confirmed that co‑bilateral discussions will include State Secretary Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witsko, as well as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Trade Secretary Howard Lutnick, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. No details were provided on the Russian delegation’s composition or attendance.
Kremlin Anticipates Fruitful Dialogue
Peskov emphasized that the Kremlin expects fruitful outcomes from the Anchorage talks. Information from the White House suggests a subsequent press conference will likely follow, though it is unclear if it will feature only Trump or also include Putin, depending on the meeting’s progression. The Russian side had prepared meticulously for negotiations, with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov overseeing final arrangements in Anchorage.
Sources: CNN; Associated Press
