Trump Shifts Stance on Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Avoids Economic Sanctions

Former President Donald Trump's meeting with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska concluded without a formal agreement, marking a significant pivot in U.S. foreign policy. Initially threatening "very severe consequences" for Russia, TRUMP later aligned more closely with Putin's position, advocating for a broader peace deal between Russia and Ukraine rather than a limited ceasefire.

Reports indicate Trump supported Putin's proposal for Ukraine to cede currently controlled territories in exchange for a Russian non-aggression pledge. This stance drew bipartisan criticism, as Trump declined to impose new sanctions and instead hinted at potential future actions depending on diplomatic developments.

The geopolitical implications of this shift remain uncertain, particularly regarding energy markets and global financial stability. Trump's earlier consideration of secondary sanctions targeting Russia's energy revenues—a MOVE that could have impacted commodity-linked cryptocurrencies—was notably absent from the post-meeting outcomes.