Remarks on the Alaska Summit
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo described the Alaska summit as out of the ordinary, noting it departed from the candid, direct exchanges he typically expects.
Observations and Cautions
Speaking in a radio interview, Pompeo cautioned against reading too much into immediate Russian statements and urged observers to concentrate on Moscow’s behavior in the hours ahead.
Key Questions Moving Forward
He posed stark, short-term questions: will missiles strike in Ukraine tonight, will Russian forces press their advance, and how will Ukrainian troops respond on the ground?
Expectations Regarding President Zelenskyy
Pompeo also said he expected President Zelenskyy to receive a direct account from President Trump about what transpired at the meeting.
Potential Cease-Fire and Reporting
He raised the possibility of a temporary, de facto cease-fire, while stressing the need to ensure President Trump’s words are reported accurately as negotiators try to resolve outstanding issues.
Challenges Ahead
Finally, Pompeo warned that the transparency about what remains unknown points to signi...