No ceasefire, no deal. What summit means for Trump, Putin and Ukraine

Published: 8/16/2025
No ceasefire, no deal. What summit means for Trump, Putin and Ukraine
Trump and Putin did not agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine following a summit in Alaska. The leaders left after delivering a joint statement without taking questions from reporters. This outcome leaves uncertainty regarding the war in Ukraine and raises questions about Trump's reputation as a dealmaker, prompting speculation about potential future sanctions on Russia.