[UPDATE-Aug 13] Trump Open to Summit with Russia, Ukraine, Prepares for Meeting with Russia

[UPDATE-Aug 12] US, Russia committed to ensure successful summit in Alaska The US Department of States has reiterated its commitment to ensure a successful meeting between the US and Russian presidents, Trump and Putin, in Alaska on August 15. “Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov regarding the preparation for the upcoming summit between President Donald J. Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin,” State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said in a statement. “Both sides confirmed their commitment to ensure a successful event.” The Russian foreign ministry said earlier in the day that Minister Sergey Lavrov…