Trump, Putin end short summit without ceasefire deal in Ukraine
Warm welcome for Russia's Putin at meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska, but no deal on ending Ukraine war.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2025-08-16
Once Seen as Divisive, South Korea’s New Leader Tries for Charming
President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea taking questions during a news conference at the Blue House in Seoul last month, after his first 30 days in office.
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At Trump’s Summit, No Deal on Ukraine, and No Consequence for Putin
President Trump with President Vladimir V. Putin during a joint news conference at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage.
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Putin flatters Trump by echoing his claims about the war in Ukraine.
President Trump with President Vladimir Putin of Russia at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska.
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Trump and Putin Put on a Show in Summit, but No Ukraine Deal Emerges
President Vladimir V. Putin and President Trump on Friday. They exchanged pleasantries, but revealed few details about their talks.
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Indonesians raise anime pirate flag in protest as nation marks independence
A Japanese cartoon pirate flag has been raised across Indonesia as a sign of growing frustration with the government.