How the Alaska Summit Set Back Peace and Empowered Putin’s Aggression

In what should be a sobering moment for America’s strategic posture, the recent Alaska summit has emboldened Vladimir Putin to revert to his pre-2022 invasion demands—demands that threaten the sovereignty of Ukraine and undermine Western security guarantees. Instead of holding Moscow accountable with the credible threat of sanctions or military deterrence, Washington appears to have capitulated, allowing Russia a dangerous second chance to advance its agenda unchecked. Is Washington Ignoring the Lessons of History? Recall how President Trump’s initial firm stance on requiring a ceasefire as a precondition for meaningful negotiations was essential in maintaining pressure on Moscow. Yet, alarmingly,...