The Kremlin is expressing optimism as officials claim that Western backing for Ukraine is on the verge of diminishing. They view recent actions by former U.S. President Donald Trump as steps towards strengthening ties between Russia and the United States.
On August 15, 2025, Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Anchorage, where they publicly shook hands during a news conference. This event is seen by Kremlin officials as a key moment in signaling a shift in U.S. policy.
The Kremlin interprets the Trump administration’s change in stance against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as a significant win. It coincides with political turbulence in Europe, indicating what Russia perceives as the erosion of Western support for Ukraine.
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