In a shift, Trump now aligns more closely with Putin than allies in Europe in calling for final talks before a ceasefire

Before the summit, Trump said Putin would face 'economically severe' consequences if negotiations in Anchorage fail to yield progress toward peace in Ukraine.

The Alaska summit between the U.S. and Russian leaders showcased their mutual animosity for the former president.

Over 100 protesters, including many Ukraine supporters, took to the streets of Alaska’s biggest city on Thursday night ahead of the highly anticipated meeting between

The documents reportedly included plans for a canceled luncheon, seating charts, a gift presentation and phone numbers for U.S. and Russian officials.

A look at some moments in Anchorage, Alaska, where President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have arrived, with delegations in tow, for a high-stakes summit on the war in Ukraine.

On Sunday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who sat in on the meetings with Mr. Putin at the American air base outside of Anchorage, disputed the idea that the Europeans were coming as a posse to protect Mr. Zelensky from a repeat of the February shouting match.

All eyes will be the Alaskan city that has provided a world stage for presidents and leaders in recent history

President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are scheduled to meet Friday at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, to discuss the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.