The high-profile meeting in Alaska between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded without a ceasefire agreement on Ukraine but signaled movement toward a comprehensive peace deal. Despite prior threats of severe consequences for Russia, Trump softened his stance post-summit, emphasizing diplomacy and a broader peace framework, mirroring Putin’s long-expressed position. European leaders have welcomed the potential US support for a multinational reassurance force in Ukraine, which Trump committed to backing militarily. The dialogues have renewed debates on imperialistic mindsets influencing negotiations and shaped transatlantic relations in the ongoing war.