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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian President Vladimir Putin's continued refusal to accept a ceasefire is "complicating" efforts to reach a peace deal.

The first lady told Putin he could protect children "with the stroke of a pen."

There could be 'additional consequences' for Russia if there's no deal, he said.

The Maryland senator said the Guard's mission in D.C. doesn't require it.

Former Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum and Former New York Republican Congressman John Katko join ABC News Live to discuss Texas’ redistricting fight.

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, August 17.

Protests are taking place across the country as California and Texas face battles over redrawing congressional maps.

The redrawn maps could also insulate five Democrats in toss-up districts.

After meeting for more than two hours, President Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin held a joint press conference alluding to progress in negotiations but stopping short of announcing a ceasefire deal.

The two leaders met in Alaska on Friday to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

The leaders were convening behind closed doors at a military base in Anchorage.

President Trump and Russian President Putin arrived in Alaska for their high-stakes summit about the war in Ukraine.

ABC News’ Chief Global Affairs Correspondent Martha Raddatz says the imagery surrounding the summit is “devastating” to watch for Ukrainians.

“That was a very friendly welcome,” ABC News' Chief White House correspondent Mary Bruce tells David Muir.

The stealth bomber was accompanied by four F-35 fighters.

Loomer, a conservative influencer, has accused Kennedy of plotting another run.

Military analyst Steve Ganyard breaks down the current map of Ukrainian front lines and the extent of Russian-controlled territory as Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet in Alaska to discuss the war.

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, August 17, 2025.

Bill Taylor, a former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine from 2006 to 2009 and a top diplomat there under Trump, discusses the upcoming summit.

ABC News' political director Averi Harper reports on the latest in the negotiations.

ABC News' Perry Russom reports on Attorney General Pam Bondi's order to formally codify the federal government's takeover of the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan Police Department.

Trump has said he "deserves" the prize.

President Trump vowed this week to rid Washington, D.C. of homeless encampments, issuing a warning that the "homeless have to move out, IMMEDIATELY."

The Russian and American presidents are poised to meet in Alaska on Friday.

Trump's gone from praising Putin to frustration over Russia's war in Ukraine.

Trump said his goal is for a second meeting with Putin and Zelenskyy.

ABC News will have special coverage of the meeting.

ABC News asked policy experts about the potential risks and rewards for each.

Former President Barack Obama on Thursday joined a virtual meeting with Texas House Democrats who left the state to deny Republicans the ability to pass newly drawn GOP-favorable congressional maps.

The former president said in a virtual meeting their action is inspiring others

The state will vote on proposed new maps in a Nov. 4 special election.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state will vote on proposed new maps in a Nov. 4 special election in an attempt to counter mid-decade redistricting being pushed by Republicans in Texas.

Democratic state Rep. Gene Wu joined ABC News Live to talk about the state's House Democrats, who left Texas to prevent a vote on new congressional maps during a special voting session.

Small National Guard units have deployed to Union Station and the National Mall.

During a Thursday press conference, President Trump discussed his upcoming summit with Russian President Putin and the possibility of a future meeting that would include Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.

Trump's plan to address crime in D.C. calls for deploying National Guard troops along the National Mall overnight Wednesday into Thursday morning, according to a source.

Trump pledged to make Washington "crime-free."

Museum educator Marjorie Schwarzer joined ABC News’ Gio Benitez to react to White House plans to review Smithsonian exhibits to ensure they fit with President Donald Trump's view of American history.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said California will draw new congressional maps that he said "WILL END THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY" and allow Democrats to take control of the U.S. House of Representatives.

President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened "severe consequences" against Russia if Vladimir Putin did not agree to stop his war on Ukraine.

Washington, D.C., councilmember Brooke Pinto reacts to the federal takeover and National Guard deployment to the city by President Trump.

The White House plans to conduct a wide-ranging review of the Smithsonian Institution's museum exhibitions, materials and operations ahead of America's 250th anniversary.

ABC News’ political director Averi Harper reports on efforts in Texas and California to redraw congressional maps.

The president also teased a second meeting with Putin that would also involve Zelenskyy if the first meeting goes well.

Newsom said the new maps will "END THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY."

The department has been using memes, art and music in posts about deportations.

The State Department said the cuts were an effort to streamline the report.

The troops activated by Trump will also provide logistics support.

The legislators say they feel like they accomplished their mission.

The review comes in advance of America's 250th birthday.