The reception of Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska was a stark contrast to the welcome Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky received at the White House earlier this year, according to the BBC.
While Zelensky was met with a “harsh attack” from U.S. President Donald Trump, the scene with Putin demonstrated a completely different dynamic. In a highly symbolic moment, Putin was seen smiling as he rode in Trump’s presidential limousine, “The Beast.” For many analysts, this was a clear diplomatic victory for the Kremlin, as the mere fact that Putin was able to secure a summit with Trump was a major success. The article concludes that for Putin, the meeting was a great triumph, from his arrival on the red carpet to his ride in the presidential vehicle.
