Putin’s 2025 Alaska summit with Trump aims to end the Ukraine war. Lessons from the Fog of War emphasize empathy, flexibility, and proportionality. By adjusting strategies, verifying data, and balancing ethics, Putin can protect Russia’s interests, lift sanctions, and achieve stability through practical diplomacy.

Trump meets Putin in Alaska to try to end the Ukraine war. McNamara’s Fog of War lessons guide the talks: empathize with Russia, avoid rigid ultimatums, and use data-driven strategies. Proportional responses and moral trade-offs can help secure peace, focusing on U.S. interests and global stability in 2025.