US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin had a much awaited meeting on Saturday (16 August 2025) in Alaska. Trump described this dialogue as extremely useful. However, no concrete agreement has been reached yet regarding the Ukraine ceasefire.

Trump said that some issues have been agreed, but work is still left on big issues. There is no agreement until the agreement is done. At the same time, Putin said that some extent has been agreed in the conversation. He appreciated Trump’s friendly conversation. After this talk that lasted for about three hours, the two leaders interacted with the media, but refrained from answering questions.

India and tariff issue

In an interview given before the meeting, Trump, while referring to India, said that Russia has lost a big oil customer. He (Russia) has lost India, which was producing about 40% oil. If I imposed a secondary restriction, it will be disastrous for Russia. Trump had recently announced a 50% tariff imposing a 50% tariff citing Russian oil imports on India. Half a fee i.e. 25 percent tariffs have already come into force on 7 August. The remaining 25 percent will be applicable from August 27. In his executive order, Trump wrote that it is correct and necessary to impose additional value on importing oil from Russia directly or indirectly.

Status on Ukraine-Russia War

The main agenda of the meeting was the Russia-Ukraine war. Putin said that if Trump had been President in 2022, the Russia-Ukraine war would not have started. He warned the European Union not to disrupt the progress made in Alaska’s talks. Trump admitted that there was progress on some issues, but the situation of peace agreement is still far away.

Also read: Donald Trump on Tariff: To buy oil from Russia, India-China will put more tariffs? What did Trump say after a meeting with Putin?

Ukraine President Volodimir Zelanski said on Friday (15 August 2025) that even on the day of high level meeting in Alaska, Russia’s continuous attacks show that Moscow has no intention of ending the war. Jailonsky’s remarks came before the meeting of US President Trump and Russian President Putin. The talks between the two leaders are part of the efforts to end the conflict for almost three years.

Posting on social media, Zelansky wrote that Russian people are committing murders even on the day of conversation and it says a lot. He clarified that Ukraine is working with Washington and European colleagues working on the justification of war and is expected to have a strong stand from the US.

On the day of negotiations, the russians are killed as well. And that speakes volumes. Recently, weʼve discussed with the us and europeans what can truly work. Everyone needs a just end to the war. Ukraine is ready to work as productively as possible to brings the war to an end,… pic.twitter.com/tmn8f4jdzl

— Volodymyr zelenskyy / володимир зеленськия (@zelenskyyua) August 15, 2025

Jailonsky emphasis on American strength

Jailonsky said that Moscow also includes American resolve in his war strategy. Everything will depend on this. Russia gives importance to American strength and there is no doubt.

Statement of Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held an important summit on Friday (15 August 2025) in Ankrej, Alaska. The main objective of this meeting was to take steps towards ending the Ukraine war that has been going on for almost three years. However, despite a three -hour long discussion, no final agreement could be reached. During this time, Trump said that there will be no agreement until the entire agreement is done. He said that some issues have been agreed, but many important points are still left. At the same time, Putin described the conversation as intense and useful and said that Russia wants to end the war with honesty, but its legitimate concerns also must be resolved.

Also read: Ceasefire announced in Alaska, 3 hours meeting between Trump and Putin, Russian President laid this condition

US President Donald Trump is scheduled to have a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday (15 August 2025), on which the whole world is eyeing. Washington, Moscow, Europe, Ukraine and even India are eyeing this meeting. The result of this meeting will decide whether the America will get exemption from the additional tariff imposed by the US to buy Russian oil.

US Finance Minister Scott Besant warned that if things are not good in the meeting between Trump and Putin, then the tariff can be increased on India. Trump imposed 25 percent tariff on India to buy oil from Russia. A few days later, again 25 percent of additional tariffs were imposed on India, which is to be implemented from 27 August 2025. However, before meeting Trump, Putin has said that Trump is trying honestly to end the Russia-Ukraine war.

Donald Trump on Thursday (14 August 2025) claimed that Russia has agreed to negotiate due to the lack of Russian oil consumption from India due to the current tariff. Trump’s remarks are also an indication of the intention that along with affecting Moscow, economic pressure should be made on India.

Foreign Ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal said that despite tariff tension, India’s defense relations with Washington remain on track and this month an American delegation is going to visit New Delhi. Jaiswal said, “We hope that the US defense policy party will be in Delhi in August. The 21st edition of the joint military exercise exercise is also expected to be in Alaska later this month. “

India officials are keeping a close watch on the Alaska talks. An agreement between Trump and Putin may soften the US’s stance, while the breakdown of an agreement can tighten Washington’s trading stance, at the moment no one knows. This is the reason that India’s officials are keeping a close watch on the Alaska talks.

According to a report by Reuters, former US Ambassador Dan Fried said that this is a matter of concern, somewhere Trump Putin should come under the pretext of Putin and do not make any dangerous deal about Ukraine. However, he also said that there is every possibility that the Trump administration will understand that Putin is still playing with him. Russia has not given any indication that Trump can make a deal by ignoring Ukraine’s concerns. Zelansky says he wants to guarantee ceasefire and security first.

Also read: Amidst Trump’s tariff threats, US Secretary of State congratulated India on Independence Day, said ‘In future …’

The Ukraine government said on Tuesday (12 August 2025) that Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un over the phone. He gave information about the possible meeting with US President Donald Trump on the upcoming Alaska tour.

North Korea’s official news agency KCNA confirmed the conversation, but did not mention the trump-paint meeting. According to the KCN, the two leaders discussed the development of relations and strengthening cooperation in future under the Strategic Partnership Agreement held last year.

North Korea’s role in Ukraine War
According to a report by Reuters, Putin appreciated North Korea’s contribution in liberating the Cursa region of Western Russia in the war against Ukraine in a conversation with Kim Jong Wool. He praised the bravery, valor and self-sacrifice of the soldiers of the North Korean People’s Army. According to North Korean intelligence agencies, North Korea has deployed more than 10,000 soldiers in support of Russia and is preparing for another deployment. This revelation shows that the Russian-Ukraine war is now being fought not only between Russia and Western countries, but also through other allies.

Importance of strategic partnership
Last year, the strategic partnership agreement signed between Russia and North Korea is considered to be the beginning of a new era for both countries. It promised to expand economic, military and diplomatic cooperation. North Korea is proving to be a military and political ally for Russia amidst Western sanctions. North is seen as an opportunity to get technical support and financial assistance for Korea.

Indication of trump-puntin meeting
Ukraine claims that Putin informed Kim about the meeting of Trump in Alaska. If this meeting is held, it can bring a new twist in Russia-America relationships, especially in the context of Ukraine War and Global Security Balance.

Also read: Will Israel to wreak havoc in Gaza Strip? Netanyahu warns of Palestinians to go