Demand Transparent, Peace-Oriented U.S.-Russia Diplomacy at the Alaska Summit

The upcoming summit in Alaska between President Trump and President Putin comes at a critical moment for global peace. The ongoing war in Ukraine, rising tensions between NATO and Russia, and the specter of nuclear escalation demand a new approach—one rooted in diplomacy, transparency, and the will of the people.

Too often, peace negotiations are conducted behind closed doors, driven by military interests and corporate profiteers. The American public, and the global community, deserve a say in decisions that affect millions of lives. The Alaska summit must not be another missed opportunity for peace.

We are alarmed by the lack of clear goals, the risk of further escalation, and the absence of meaningful public engagement. We urge the U.S. government to reject militaristic posturing and instead pursue a path of genuine negotiation, mutual security, and respect for human rights.

Now is the time to demand:

• Immediate and transparent ceasefire negotiations with all stakeholders, including Ukrainian civil society.
• Public disclosure of summit agendas and outcomes.
• Commitment to no NATO expansion and support for Ukraine's neutrality.
• End to economic sanctions that harm ordinary people.
• Protection of human rights for all communities affected by the conflict.
• Democratic participation in shaping U.S. foreign policy, including Congressional oversight and public hearings.

Let us seize this moment to move beyond endless confrontation and toward a future of peace, justice, and cooperation.