The White House has confirmed that US President Donald Trump will hold a one-on-one meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin during the upcoming talks in Anchorage, Alaska. This bilateral encounter, described by the administration as a ‘listening exercise,’ aims to address key issues of mutual interest. The White House statement did not specify the exact agenda of the meeting, but the absence of Ukraine from the summit has drawn significant attention, with some observers questioning the decision not to include the country in the discussions. This move has raised concerns among Ukrainian officials, who have emphasized their desire to engage directly in talks with both leaders. The meeting comes at a time of heightened tensions between the United States and Russia, with several unresolved issues lingering from previous diplomatic engagements.