NBC News’ Garett Haake reports tonight on the final countdown to the high-stakes meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, set to take place at a U.S. military base in Alaska. The summit comes after more than three years of war in Ukraine, with many Ukrainians expressing deep skepticism that the talks will lead to any real breakthrough. NBC News’ Richard Engel traveled to the region, where he spoke with a grieving family mourning the loss of a fallen Ukrainian soldier. He also visited a hidden drone command center operating out of a garage, offering a glimpse into the grassroots efforts behind Ukraine’s defense.
President Trump and Putin prepare to meet as Ukrainians doubt war's end

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