Putin says Ukraine conflict would not have happened under Trump presidency

Russian President Vladimir Putin claims that the Ukraine conflict would not have happened if Donald Trump were president in 2022. Putin states that he warned former US President Joe Biden in 2022 that tensions between Russia and Ukraine should not be allowed to reach a point of no return. Putin also praises the constructive atmosphere of his meeting with Trump in Alaska, highlighting their geographical proximity despite being separated by the International Date Line.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and former US President Donald Trump met in Anchorage, Alaska, for a historic summit focused on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The meeting, which took place on July 2, 2025, was the first such high-level diplomatic session on US soil since 2007. The discussions, which lasted nearly three hours, centered around the Ukraine war, with Putin expressing hope that Kyiv and European capitals would engage constructively in the peace process [1].

Putin emphasized the need for a just balance of power in Europe and expressed his desire for the security of Ukraine to be ensured. He highlighted the importance of addressing the primary causes of the conflict and stressed that Russia wishes to establish a just balance of security in Europe and the world as a whole. Putin also praised Trump's efforts to facilitate the resolution of the Ukrainian conflict and his strive to understand the historical context [1].

In a surprising statement, Putin claimed that the Ukraine conflict would not have happened if Trump were president in 2022. He stated that he warned former US President Joe Biden in 2022 that tensions between Russia and Ukraine should not be allowed to reach a point of no return. Putin also praised the constructive atmosphere of his meeting with Trump, highlighting their geographical proximity despite being separated by the International Date Line [1].

The summit, which was described as "historic" by the White House, did not yield any concrete agreements. Trump stated that there was no deal until there was a deal, and the presidents did not take questions from the press. However, Putin suggested hosting the next meeting in Moscow [2].

The meeting comes at a time when the world is closely watching the geopolitical developments in Ukraine. Financial and crypto markets remain on edge, anticipating potential volatility following the meeting. While Bitcoin was not mentioned during the talks, any developments regarding the Ukraine situation are expected to have a significant impact on investor sentiment and asset prices [2].

The broader crypto market has shown signs of upward momentum, with Bitcoin reaching a new all-time high in early June and Ethereum also gaining traction. However, these movements are more likely tied to broader market anticipation rather than direct implications from the Trump-Putin meeting [2].

In a separate development, the U.S. Treasury has signaled support for Bitcoin, with Secretary Scott Bessent confirming the government's interest in expanding its BTC holdings. This aligns with Trump’s stated goal of positioning the U.S. as the “Bitcoin superpower of the world” [2].

As the meeting unfolded, all eyes were on Anchorage for any signs of cooperation or conflict that could shape the global political and economic landscape. Whether or not Bitcoin is mentioned, the outcome will be closely analyzed for its potential ripple effects on markets and international relations [2].

References:
[1] https://www.financialexpress.com/world-news/ukraines-security-should-be-ensured-putin-praises-trumps-peace-efforts-after-alaska-talks/3947975/
[2] https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-trump-putin-meeting-focuses-ukraine-90-mention-probability-2508/