The Kremlin’s delegation has arrived in Alaska. A historic summit between Russian ruler Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump is beginning in Anchorage, but the Kremlin has already warned — no documents will be signed, UNIAN reports. 

Peskov: talks on Ukrainian settlement

Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin’s spokesperson, said the war in Ukraine will be the key topiс. 

“President Putin and President Trump intend to talk, they are ready to talk, and they will discuss the most difficult issues,” he claimed. 

He stressed that no documents are expected to be signed at the meeting, but during a joint press conference Putin will “outline the agreements and understandings that will be reached.”

Ukrainian position not yet on the agenda

Peskov clarified that the current talks are between Russia and the US, and that “discussion with the Ukrainian side will come at later stages.” He also described the war in Ukraine as “a complex and multifaceted substance” and added that “they are unlikely to receive an adequate response from the Europeans.”

Russia is redeploying forces from Sumy Oblast to Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia, preparing for decisive battles in the Pokrovsk sector. The buildup coincides with preparations for US President Donald Trump’s and Russian leader Vladimir Putin’s meeting in Alaska, where ending the war in Ukraine will be discussed, Ranok.Live reports.

Over 100,000 Russian troops near Pokrovsk

Spokesman for the Dnipro Operational-Strategic Grouping Victor Trehubov says more than 100,000 Russian troops are concentrated in the Pokrovsk front despite heavy losses. He explains that Moscow troops are willing to sacrifice positions in Sumy Oblast to create an illusion of success in Donetsk Oblast.

“That’s a huge number for such a scale — enough to attack a European country, not just one unfortunate small Pokrovsk,” Trehubov says.

Ukrainian forces inflict losses and stabilize the front

In the past two days, Ukrainian defenders have repelled 53 Russian assaults in more than 20 settlements in the Pokrovsk sector. The Defense Forces, including the 1st NGU Azov Corps, eliminated 151 occupiers, wounded over 70, and captured eight Russian soldiers.

“As a result of the fighting, the enemy is suffering heavy losses,” Azov stated.

Putin strengthens position before talks

Analysts believe the troop concentration in Donetsk Oblast is an attempt by the Kremlin to create a media effect and strengthen Putin’s negotiating position ahead of the 15 August Alaska summit with Trump, UNN reports. The key topic there will be a potential ceasefire in Ukraine.