NATO’s Mark Rutte Calls Trump-Putin Alaska Summit Key Test as Trump Joins Virtual Ukraine Talks Wednesday

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has emphasized the importance of the upcoming summit in Alaska between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing it as a critical test to determine whether Putin is serious about ending the war in Ukraine. The meeting, scheduled for Friday, is seen by world leaders as a key moment in efforts to push for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. Additionally, President Trump is set to participate in a virtual meeting on Ukraine with other global leaders on Wednesday, further underscoring the international focus on seeking a resolution to the war.