Whether the U.S.-Russia summit can lead to a deal to produce peace in Ukraine more than 3 1/2 years after Moscow’s invasion remains to be seen.

Key Points and Summary: President Donald Trump’s upcoming “feel-out” meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska is a pivotal moment for the war in Ukraine. -The talks carry high risks, with the possibility of a “peace deal” that could legitimize Russia’s territorial gains and embolden future aggression.

European leaders held a high-stakes meeting Wednesday with President Trump, Vice President Vance, Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy and NATO's chief ahead of Friday's U.S.-Russia summit.