Europe and Ukraine left out in the cold ahead of the meeting between Russia’s president, Vladimir Putin, and his US counterpart, Donald Trump, in Alaska. 

Europe and Ukraine left out in the cold ahead of the meeting between Russia&rsquo;s president, Vladimir Putin, and his US counterpart, Donald Trump, in Alaska.&nbsp;

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Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.

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Zelensky warns of Russian offensives ahead of the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska

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Zelensky warns of Russian offensives ahead of the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska

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