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Trump’s meeting with Putin sends ripples far beyond Ukraine and Europe’s eastern flank
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US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Alaska on Aug 15.
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BERLIN – Tensions in Kyiv are once again running high, just days before a planned meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin
What initially appeared to be a breakthrough in peace negotiations over Ukraine now risks becoming a serious setback for both Ukraine and Europe – with US special envoy Steve Witkoff adding to the angst by reportedly misconstruing Mr Putin’s intentions in their Aug 6 meeting.
