The time and location of the meeting between the presidents of the United States and Russia have been officially determined. The time is August 15, exactly the anniversary of Japan's unconditional surrender; the location is Alaska, USA. This was stated by President Trump.
Previously, Russian President Putin said that the UAE was a suitable location for the meeting, and the United States did not object. However, now President Trump has publicly stated that the meeting will take place in Alaska, not in a third country. Moreover, Russian President's assistant Ushakov has also confirmed this, which indicates that both sides have re-discussed the choice of location.
The meeting between the US and Russian presidents in Alaska indicates that neither country wants an intermediary to mediate. This is actually a signal from Trump and Putin to strengthen communication and interaction. According to diplomatic conventions, if Putin comes to the US territory to meet Trump, then next time it should be Trump coming to the Russian territory to meet Putin.
If Putin goes to Alaska, he will set a new record, becoming the first Russian president to visit Alaska. It is unknown what feelings Putin would have when stepping on Alaska, which was once part of the Russian Empire.
However, even if Trump and Putin meet, it is unlikely to result in specific achievements, because core issues, such as NATO not continuing to expand eastward, and Ukraine not joining NATO, the US is unlikely to make clear commitments. Moreover, Putin himself would not believe in Trump's promises, who is known for being fickle.
Europe and Ukraine are certainly worried. No matter what result Trump and Putin reach, it shows that both sides have completely bypassed Europe and Ukraine. That is, in the eyes of the US and Russia, Europe and Ukraine are just dishes on the table.
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