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France 24
2 days ago
- Politics
- France 24
Dueling interests for Trump and Putin at Alaska summit
What does Trump want? The Nobel Peace Prize. Trump has openly and repeatedly sought the world's most prestigious award, however unlikely many observers think it is that the Norwegian committee would bestow the honor on the divisive president. Trump has boasted of his deal-making skills and had vowed to end the Ukraine war within 24 hours, but his calls to Putin went unheeded even after Trump put heavy pressure on Zelensky to compromise, including by cutting US aid. The billionaire has also said that he sees business opportunities in Russia, which remains under Western sanctions over the war. Many European leaders fear that in a one-on-one meeting, Trump could fall under the sway of Putin, for whom he has voiced admiration in the past. At a 2018 summit, Trump stunned viewers by siding with Putin over US intelligence in denying that Russia intervened in the 2016 US election to support Trump. What does Putin want? To retain as much Ukrainian territory as possible. Russia failed in its goal of quickly seizing Ukraine in its February 2022 invasion but in recent months has made steady gains on the battlefield, leading Putin to believe he has an upper hand militarily. John Herbst, the former US ambassador to Ukraine, said that Putin already knows what a deal could look like -- a ceasefire, plus some form of security guarantees for Ukraine. "That doesn't give Putin what he wants, which is control over all of Ukraine. But it doesn't matter what Putin wants. If he can't get anything more, he may settle for what's available," said Herbst, now senior director of the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center. Putin suggested the meeting with Trump after the US president threatened new sanctions on Russia unless it moves toward a ceasefire. "The best-case scenario for Russia is… if they are able to put a deal on the table that creates some kind of a ceasefire, but that leaves Russia in control of those escalatory dynamics, [and] does not create any kind of genuine deterrence on the ground or in the skies over Ukraine," said Sam Greene, director for democratic resilience at the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA). What does Zelensky want? A seat at the negotiating table, and Russia out of Ukraine. Zelensky will not participate in Trump's summit with Putin -- a sharp shift from previous US president Joe Biden's insistence on "nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine." Trump has promised to involve Zelensky, possibly with a three-way summit -- if Putin agrees. But Trump has also again insisted that Ukraine needs to make territorial concessions, which Zelensky has refused. For Ukrainians, "It looks like it's two big powers that are just deciding the fate of Ukraine without any Ukrainians at the table," said Olga Tokariuk, also at CEPA. For Ukraine, the best-case scenario would be no agreement between Putin and Trump and the imposition of new sanctions on Russia, she said. But Herbst said Zelensky could accept a deal in which Russia controls what it has -- without formal recognition of its conquest. Putin in turn would accept "that his notion of taking more of Ukraine and restoring the Russian Empire is kaput," Herbst said. Why Alaska? Putin will be stepping foot on western soil for the first time since the war began. He faces an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court in The Hague, to which the United States is not a party. Alaska carries historic significance as the United States bought it from tsarist Russia in 1867. Russia has pointed to Alaska as it makes the case that it is normal to transfer land. Ukraine's borders date from the breakup of the Soviet Union, although Russia in 2014 seized the Crimean peninsula in an annexation unrecognized by nearly all countries.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Generational Group Wins Two International M&A Awards
DALLAS, June 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--We are pleased to announce that Generational Group will be honored by The M&A Advisor at the upcoming 16th Annual International M&A Awards in New York. Generational Group will be honored with the following awards: ENERGY DEAL OF THE YEAR: Acquisition of Foundation Logistics & Services, LLC by Radiant Logistics Generational's deal team was led by Chris Heckert, with the support of Troy Blakely PRIVATE EQUITY DEAL OF THE YEAR ($10MM TO $50MM): Acquisition of Althoff Crane Service by Centurion Group a Portfolio Company of SCF Partners Generational's deal team was led by Jon LePage, with the support of Michael Goss and Lance Thomasson Now in its 27th year, The M&A Advisor was founded in 1998 to provide insights and intelligence on mergers and acquisitions, establishing itself as the industry's leading media outlet. Today, the firm is recognized as the world's premier leadership organization for mergers & acquisitions, restructuring, and corporate finance professionals. The winners of the 16th Annual International M&A Awards will be honored and celebrated at a prestigious Awards Gala. The event is a highlight of the 2025 Leadership in Dealmaking Summit, to be held September 15 & 16 in New York City. It will feature leading deal makers, investors, and advisors participating in exclusive 'M&A Ideas' keynote conversations and fireside chats as well as 'M&A Connects' 1-on-1 meetings. To find more information or attend the 2025 Leadership in Dealmaking Summit, please click here. "The International M&A Awards shine a spotlight on dealmakers who think bigger, move faster, and break boundaries," says Roger Aguinaldo, Founder & CEO of The M&A Advisor. "In an era where geopolitics and tech disruption shape every opportunity, these awards recognize the visionaries who turn global complexity into breakthrough value." Generational Chief M&A Officer Brenen Hofstadter said, "We have a dedicated team of M&A professionals whose decades of experience truly set us apart, and it's incredibly rewarding to see their work recognized. Our focus on fostering strong relationships within the international investment community continues to create meaningful advantages for our clients." Ryan Binkley, President and CEO of Generational stated, "We're truly honored to receive these awards and be recognized by our peers. I want to commend our deal teams for their hard work and commitment to our clients that each award reflects." Binkley added, "While recognition like this is gratifying, the greatest reward comes from knowing we've played a part in helping our clients achieve their financial aspirations and dreams." To view a comprehensive list of the winners of the 16th Annual International M&A Awards organized by category, please click here. About Generational Group Generational Group, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is a leading, award winning full-service M&A advisory firm. Generational has over 300 professionals across 16 offices in North America. The firm empowers business owners to unlock the full value of their companies through a comprehensive suite of services—including strategic growth consulting, exit planning education, business valuation, value enhancement strategies, M&A advisory, digital solutions, and wealth management. Celebrating its 20th year, Generational has successfully closed over 1,700 transactions and consistently ranks #1 or #2 in all LSEG league tables for deals valued between $25 million and $500 million. The firm was named 2024 USA Investment Banking Firm of the Year by the Global M&A Network and recognized as Investment Banking Firm of the Year by The M&A Advisor in both 2024 and 2022. View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Catherine Binkley469-828-2798cbinkley@
National Post
20-06-2025
- Business
- National Post
TH Global Capital Named 'Boutique Investment Banking Firm of the Year' for the Third Year Running at the 16th Annual International M&A Awards
Article content LONDON — TH Global Capital, a global boutique investment banking firm with operations across 13 countries in the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, with a track record of closing transactions in 29 countries, has won four prestigious awards at the 16th Annual International M&A Awards, including 'Boutique Investment Banking Firm of the Year' for the third consecutive year. Article content TH Global Capital's awards include: Article content Boutique Investment Banking Firm of the Year 2025 Corporate/Strategic Deal of the Year ($50MM-$100MM): For advising Cloobees, a Global Salesforce Summit Partner in Poland, on its strategic sale to New York headquartered Synechron. Regional Deal of the Year – Asia: For advising Brainvire, a leading global Digital Commerce and Digital Marketing agency in Asia, on its merger with Said Differently, a Falfurrias portfolio company in the US. M&A Deal of the Year ($50MM–$100MM): For advising Chamonix IT and Exposé, leading Australian companies in Digital Engineering and AI & Data Science respectively, on their strategic sale to Synechron. Article content Presented by the M&A Advisor, the world's premier leadership organization for M&A, restructuring, and corporate finance professionals, these awards recognize TH Global Capital's 24-year track record, global reach, and deep cross-cultural expertise in successfully closing transactions across 29 countries. Article content 'True excellence in dealmaking is defined by clarity of vision, bold leadership, and the ability to create lasting impact,' said Roger Aguinaldo, Founder & CEO of The M&A Advisor. 'As the recipient of the Boutique Investment Banking Firm of the Year award, TH Global Capital exemplifies these qualities. We proudly celebrate TH Global Capital for their exceptional results, surpassing peers, and setting a new standard for success in today's dynamic and competitive marketplace. Article content Vivek Subramanyam Article content TH Global Capital Article content , said: 'It's a tremendous honor to win the 'Boutique Investment Banking Firm of the Year' for the third year in a row. This recognition is a testament to our relentless commitment to excellence and client success over the past 24 years. It reflects not only our team's dedication but also our ability to consistently deliver superior results in an increasingly competitive global market.' Article content Article content Article content
