The manner of Vladimir Putin’s reception in the United States sparked a wave of commentary and outrage. “A bloody dictator sits beside the President of the free world,” said Piotr Kraśko, calling the scene “captivating.”
U.S.–Russia Talks Begin
On Friday, August 15, after 21:00 Polish time, a meeting took place between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. The U.S. president applauded as the Russian leader approached, then smiled and shook his hand. Putin was welcomed on the red carpet with honors and, as media reports say, was invited into the president’s limousine. The way the Russian dictator was greeted caused a stir among the public.
After Years of Isolation, He Received a Red Carpet, Handshake and Applause
Vladimir Putin, seated in the United States president’s limousine, sat beside the free world’s leader. “It is a captivating scene,” commented TVN24’s special presenter Piotr Kraśko. “I never expected to see something like this.” He also described Putin as a “butcher.”
Journalist Patrycjusz Wyżga wrote on the virtual platform, “I am watching and share Piotr Kraśko’s outrage. This is a scene of shame.”
The RMF FM correspondent reported that after speaking with correspondents worldwide, he observed that “Putin earns beautiful images in Anchorage, Alaska.” “After years of isolation, today he received a red carpet, a handshake from the U.S. president, and earlier applause.” He asked whether Putin would accept thanks, perhaps by signing a peace treaty or at least by suspending the war. “We await his response, but Trump has given Putin a lot today—may it pay off,” added Paweł Żuchowski.
Julia Davis of The Daily Beast commented, “Putin and Trump together in our presidential limousine—disgusting.” “These images from Alaska will stay in memory, and it will not be a pleasant recollection,” said Katarzyna Kolenda‑Zaleska of TVN24.
Change in Meeting Format Between Putin and Trump
The talks between the Russian and U.S. delegations in Alaska may last a minimum of six to seven hours, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. According to the White House, what was previously planned as a face‑to‑face meeting between Trump and Putin will take place with the advisors of both leaders present. White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt told reporters on Air Force One that during the bilateral part of the talks, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Whitkoff will accompany Trump. No reasons were given for this change of plans. In addition to the lunch, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessen, Trade Secretary Howard Lutnick, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles are expected to join. No official confirmation has been given on the exact Russian delegation members or who will attend the meeting with Trump.
For more on this topic, read the article: “Vladimir Putin Meets Donald Trump. The First Such Event in Years.”
Kaynaklar: TVN24, X
