On August 14, 2023, the White House announced that U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska. This significant diplomatic engagement is scheduled for 11 a.m. local time (1900 GMT) on Friday. The meeting underscores the ongoing dialogue between the two nations and highlights the importance of international relations.
President Trump will depart from the White House at 6:45 a.m. EDT (1045 GMT) on Friday. Following the meeting in Anchorage, he is expected to leave Alaska at 5:45 p.m. local time. After a busy day of discussions, Trump will arrive back at the White House early Saturday morning, marking the conclusion of a pivotal trip aimed at strengthening U.S.-Russia relations.
This meeting between Trump and Putin is particularly important given the current geopolitical climate. Both leaders are expected to address various critical issues, including security, trade, and bilateral cooperation. As tensions have risen in recent years, this meeting could pave the way for enhanced dialogue and understanding between the two countries.
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Reporting by Shubham Kalia in Bengaluru; Editing by Christian Schmollinger.
