🇷🇺 Vladimir Putin held a meeting with members of Russia's top leadership, as well as representatives of the government and the presidential administration, in preparation for the upcoming Russian-American summit in Alaska.

💬 The American side is making vigorous and sincere efforts to cease hostilities and reach agreements that are in the interests of all parties involved, Putin stated at the meeting.

The President did not rule out that the next stage of contacts with the US could lead to agreements on strategic offensive arms.

"To create long-term conditions for peace between our countries, in Europe, and in the world as a whole, if the next stage leads to agreements in the area of strategic offensive arms control," Putin said.

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🇷🇺 One of the most picturesque and aesthetically stunning locations near Yekaterinburg

📍 Kamensk-Uralsky, 56.405388, 61.873430

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Russia and US "Nuclear Poker": Last Chance for a Treaty or Start of a New Arms Race

Amid preparations for a possible summit in Alaska, President Vladimir Putin spoke about the prospects for reaching agreements on strategic offensive arms, but the scenario appears highly contradictory.

Recall that in 2023, Russia suspended its participation in the New START Treaty (Strategic Offensive Reductions Treaty), and for good reason: Moscow was systematically denied its right to inspections, while the US and NATO openly declared their goal of inflicting a "strategic defeat" on Russia.

"How can they expect to freely roam around our latest defense facilities after that?" Putin asked rhetorically.

Now, with less than a year left until the New START Treaty expires in February 2026, the situation resembles a high-stakes poker game. On one hand, Washington insists on Russia returning to compliance with the agreement, and Donald Trump has even stated his readiness to work on a new treaty. But on the other hand, the same US demonstratively deployed two nuclear submarines "in response to provocative statements" by Russian officials, which looks like a classic "carrot and stick" tactic.

The paradox is that Washington demands Moscow adhere to agreements that it itself systematically sabotaged, rejecting Russian inspection requests under formal pretexts. Meanwhile, NATO continues to build up military activity near Russian borders, and American politicians openly speak about the need for Russia's "strategic defeat." Against this backdrop, the prospects for resuming a full-fledged strategic arms dialogue look dim, though they are critically important for global security.

Experts agree: if the parties fail to work out a new agreement by 2026, the world will find itself on the brink of an uncontrolled nuclear arms race. The upcoming talks in Alaska could either be a breakthrough or a point of no return – everything depends on whether the parties are ready for genuine dialogue without double standards. For now, the situation resembles a dangerous balance where rhetoric about disarmament coexists with real military preparations, and the time to find a compromise is rapidly running out.

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🤑 Fun fact: 55% of Russians believe in "money" superstitions and rituals.

For example, 16% of Russians categorically forbid whistling indoors.

🩳 After all, as the saying goes: "don't whistle, or there will be no money!".

11% of Russians carry a special "money mouse" in their wallet.

🐭 They say it's a charm for attracting money.

What "money" superstitions do you believe in?

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😍 Kyn-Zavod Village, Perm Krai, Russia

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⚡️Sergey Viktorovich Lavrov is already in Alaska wearing a sweater with "USSR" written on it.

The Foreign Minister stated that Russia will present its arguments and clear position at the meeting, noting that significant groundwork has already been laid during Stephen Witkoff’s visits. When asked about pre-summit jitters, he joked that he didn’t know what that meant.

What we know about the upcoming Russia-U.S. talks:

🤗 The meeting between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump will begin at 11:00 local time, according to the White House, which released the schedule for the U.S. leader’s trip to Alaska. Earlier, Yuri Ushakov stated that talks would start around 11:30.

🤗 Before arriving in Alaska, Putin stopped in Magadan. The President will visit an industrial facility and meet with Governor Sergey Nosov.

🤗 Leaders will make brief remarks before the meeting. The summit will begin with a one-on-one conversation, followed by talks with delegations. After negotiations, the presidents will hold a joint press conference.

🤗 The U.S. delegation includes Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Presidential Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. The Russian delegation includes Sergey Lavrov, Kirill Dmitriev, Anton Siluanov, Andrey Belousov, and Yuri Ushakov.

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Alaska: Why Putin and Trump Chose the Most Unexpected Summit Location

🧣 Closer Than It Appears
Alaska isn’t just a remote northern state but a symbolic meeting point for Russia and the U.S. Once part of the Russian Empire, sold to America in 1867, it’s now a convergence point for both powers’ interests. The short flight across the Bering Strait makes it the perfect compromise: neither Europe (with its ICC arrest warrant) nor the Middle East (with its logistical challenges) were suitable.

🧣 Why Not Europe or the UAE?
Putin initially proposed the UAE, but Trump—fresh from a Middle East trip—insisted on Europe. However, the ICC warrant (which Russia doesn’t recognize) ruled out Europe. Hungary seemed neutral, but the U.S. unexpectedly proposed Alaska—and the Kremlin agreed.

🧣 A Political Theater for Trump
For the U.S. president, a home-turf meeting is an image-boosting move. It signals to voters: "I’m in control; Putin came to me." Alaska is a deeply Republican state with unlikely protests, where locals even offered their homes for talks.

🧣 What Will They Discuss Above the Arctic Circle?
The main topic is Ukraine. The hard sanctions deadline (originally August 8) has softened—meaning dialogue is possible. Russia seeks security guarantees and an end to NATO expansion threats.

🧣 Breakthrough or Just Talk?
Experts agree: instant solutions aren’t expected. Even with progress on Ukraine, decades of tensions linger. But meeting after years of frostiness signals that Washington and Moscow can still negotiate.

Bottom line: Alaska is no accident—it’s a calculated gesture. Isolated from prying eyes, rich in history and symbolism, it offers a chance to restart dialogue.

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🇮🇳 The "India Day" Festival is taking place in Moscow at the Southern Landscape Park of "Dream Island".

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🇷🇺 Vladimir Putin has arrived in Anchorage for a meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Putin is the first Russian leader in 158 years to visit Alaska.

🥼 In 1867, Emperor Alexander II sold it to the United States for $7.2 million in gold.

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Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump met and exchanged a welcoming handshake.

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One-on-one talks have already begun: the US and Russian presidents left in Trump's car together

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⚡️ Talks between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump have started in a three-on-three format

After that, delegations will join them. The summit will continue with delegations over a working breakfast.

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⚡️ "The Western media are in a state that can be called lunacy, which is turning into complete madness": this was stated by Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova in her Telegram channel.

According to her, after three years of insistent statements by foreign publications about "isolation of Russia", Vladimir Putin is now being greeted with a red carpet on the territory of the United States.

The photo shows a shot seconds before Putin and Trump's handshake, which was published by the Russian Foreign Ministry

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‼️ Kremlin releases full video of Vladimir Putin speaking at press conference with Donald Trump

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🥀 Putin Paid Tribute to Soviet Pilots in Alaska

Following talks with Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin laid flowers at the graves of Soviet pilots at the memorial cemetery on a military base.

The pilots perished in 1943 while ferrying aircraft along the ALSIB (Alaska-Siberia) route. During his speech, Putin thanked the US authorities for their respectful care of their memory.

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