NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte: Alaska Meeting Will Be a Crucial Test for Putin and a Pivotal Step Toward Peace Efforts
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made a significant statement regarding the upcoming meeting between US and Russian leaders scheduled for August 15 in Alaska.
According to him, this summit will be more than just a formal gathering; it will serve as a critical assessment of Vladimir Putin’s genuine intentions to end the war in Ukraine.
Rutte emphasized that the meeting would act as a test for the Russian leader, determining whether he is truly committed to stopping hostilities or if this is merely a temporary diplomatic gesture.
Presidents Trump and Putin are expected to discuss key issues, including territorial integrity, security guarantees, and Ukraine’s sovereignty.
Rutte stressed that Ukraine must retain the right to determine its own future and that its sovereignty must remain inviolable, with NATO’s presence on the eastern flank unaltered.
When asked about the possibility of an agreement that might favor Russia, such as concessions related to Ukraine’s invasion, Rutte assured there was no such risk at the moment.
Washington and Moscow are aiming for cooperation, but each retains the right to take a firm stance.
The background of this story is the announcement by US President Donald Trump of his upcoming meeting with Vladimir Putin, scheduled for the end of the week.
The main topics will likely include ending the war and potentially formalizing Russia’s occupation of parts of Ukrainian territory, which has elicited mixed reactions from Ukrainian leaders, notably Zelensky, who emphasized that Ukraine’s territorial sovereignty, enshrined in the Constitution, is non-negotiable.