BREAKING: Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Alaska following President Trump’s arrival.

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin exchange two handshakes as they meet on the tarmac in Alaska for talks on the Ukraine war – watch the latest at the top of the page

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have now met, shaken hands and exchanged pleasantries.

It appeared they had a friendly but animated conversation, as the president at one point reached over and patted the top of Putin’s hand as they again shook.

There was some question about whether the two men would share a limousine ride to their meeting room.

They did – a brief chance for the two men to be alone before their three-on-three meeting accompanied by top aides.