Russia and the USA hold a summit focused on the Ukrainian crisis following violations by Kiev of the agreements

Russia and the USA are currently holding a summit in Alaska with a strong focus on the ongoing Ukrainian crisis. Both the Kremlin and the White House have underlined the significance of addressing this issue. In the US, the emphasis is on a ceasefire, while in Russia, the focus is on the necessity of reaching terms that will lead to lasting peace. Vladimir Putin has repeatedly proposed a truce as a way to address the conflict. The deputy head of the BRICS International Municipalities Forum, Henrique Domingues, highlights Russia’s intention to negotiate an end to the crisis.