Alaska summit: Putin paid cash to refuel planes, says Rubio; sanctions block banking access

During a high-stakes meeting in Alaska, President Putin's delegation faced an unusual hurdle, having to pay cash for jet fuel due to US banking sanctions, revealed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Despite the sanctions and a proposed ceasefire deal, no formal agreement emerged from the summit with President Trump.

Aug 21, 2025 - 00:30
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Alaska summit: Putin paid cash to refuel planes, says Rubio; sanctions block banking access
During a high-stakes meeting in Alaska, President Putin's delegation faced an unusual hurdle, having to pay cash for jet fuel due to US banking sanctions, revealed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Despite the sanctions and a proposed ceasefire deal, no formal agreement emerged from the summit with President Trump.

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