The Alaska summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin made headlines before talks even began—thanks to a forceful handshake. Trump’s signature “yank” pull briefly unbalanced Putin, sparking fierce debate over whether it showed American strength or undermined delicate diplomacy. Supporters saw dominance; critics saw unnecessary gamesmanship in high-stakes talks over Ukraine.
While the handshake went viral, its real importance lies in what followed. Continues…





