In pictures: Trump-Putin summit ends without a deal but with plenty of standout moments
August 16, 2025 / /
The presidents of the United States and Russia wrapped up critical talks in Alaska without reaching a deal on ending the war in Ukraine.
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin were on the ground in Anchorage, Alaska, for only about six hours, but the historic yet inconclusive summit still produced some memorable moments.
Both leaders spoke at a news conference, but neither mentioned a ceasefire – something many hoped Mr Trump could persuade Mr Putin to accept during the discussions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who didn’t participate in the talks in Alaska, had said that Ukraine was “counting on America”.
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Mr Trump arriving on Air Force One. Pic: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/PA
Mr Putin steps off the Ilyushin Il-96. Pic: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP
A red carpet was laid out for the Russian leader. Pic: Julia Demaree Nikhinson
Pic: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP
Not far from the military base, several hundred people joined a pro-Ukraine rally. Pic: Nathaniel Wilder/Reuters
They unfurled this huge flag. AP Photo/Jae C Hong
The two leaders held a joint news conference after their discussion. Pic: Reuters
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Russia’s foreign minister Sergei Lavrov and US secretary of state Marco Rubio. Pic: AP
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Pic: Kevin Lamarque/Reuters
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President Trump waves goodbye as he boards Air Force One after the meeting. Pic: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/PA
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