Russian and US leaders Putin and Trump are set to hold high-stakes talks that are expected to last a minimum of six to seven hours at the Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage, Alaska. This marks the first in-person meeting between the two leaders since 2021 and Putin's first visit to Western soil since the invasion of Ukraine. The talks will cover key global issues, including the ongoing war in Ukraine which has taken thousands of lives and seen recent gains by Russia just before the summit.
Today's summit in Washington brings together leaders from Europe and the US to discuss solutions for the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. With tensions rising after Trump's recent meeting with Russian President Putin, the presence of European leaders is a necessary show of solidarity with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. As talks continue, the world is watching to see if any progress will be made towards resolving the three-year-long conflict.
Ukrainian President Zelensky meets with US President Trump at the White House, supported by several European leaders. Trump is pushing for Ukraine to make concessions to Russia, including giving up NATO ambitions and Crimea. Zelensky stresses the importance of American security guarantees and European leaders echo the sentiment that peace and guaranteeing Ukraine's security is crucial for the security of Europe as a whole.
During a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a fashion statement by ditching his usual military-style attire and opting for a sharp suit instead. Trump even made a playful comment about Zelenskyy's suit, saying "This is a very elegant suit. I can't believe that you actually fit into it. You're so tall. I don't know. That's a big suit!" The meeting was attended by other European leaders and they discussed potential peace deals and security guarantees for Ukraine.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's consistent position for a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict through diplomacy and dialogue during a brief conversation with President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders also discussed various bilateral cooperation initiatives and agreed to remain in close contact. India has consistently supported all efforts for a peaceful resolution of the conflict and welcomed the recent summit between Putin and President Donald Trump to bring peace to Ukraine.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrived in India for a two-day visit aimed at holding border talks with Indian national security advisor Ajit Doval. This visit comes ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned trip to China for the annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. The two sides are expected to discuss new measures to maintain peace and tranquility along their disputed border during Wang's visit.
Amidst ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, President Trump hosts Ukrainian President Zelensky at the White House for a crucial meeting. During the meeting, Trump states that Zelensky has the power to end the war in Ukraine with Moscow's agreement, but rules out NATO membership or regaining control of Crimea. In a show of support, key European leaders are also in attendance, and Trump's special envoy announces that Putin has agreed to provide strong security guarantees for Ukraine. However, tensions rise as deadly Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities continue, with at least four people killed in a Russian drone strike in Kharkiv.
As the 80th anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's death approaches, his daughter Anita Bose Pfaff appeals to the Indian government to bring his remains back from Japan. She insists on conducting a DNA test on the ashes to end the controversy surrounding his death and to honor his legacy. With Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to Japan, the issue has gained renewed attention.
In a high-stakes meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump, Zelensky appears to have already rejected Trump's terms for a peace plan with Russia. Trump demanded that Zelensky sacrifice Crimea and give up his desire to join NATO, but the Ukrainian leader has quickly rebuked this statement on social media. This sets the stage for a dramatic and tense Oval Office showdown as Zelensky returns to Washington DC for the first time since their previous clash in February.
US special envoy Steve Witkoff reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to allow Ukraine to receive a NATO-like security guarantee in an eventual peace deal to end the ongoing war. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Putin and US President Donald Trump in Alaska on Friday. This marks the first time Putin has shown support for the suggestion of Article 5-like protection for Ukraine, a core principle of the 32-member collective. The move is being hailed as "game-changing" by Witkoff, who has met with Putin multiple times in the past to discuss peace negotiations.
Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano has erupted for a second day in a row, sending massive plumes of volcanic materials and ash 18 km into the sky. Alert levels have been raised and residents have been advised to be cautious of potential lava flows caused by heavy rainfall. This eruption is one of the country's most powerful since 2010, when Mount Merapi killed hundreds and displaced thousands. Earlier on Friday, the volcano unleashed a 10-kilometer plume of ash filled with lightning, bringing concerns of potential damage and casualties.