The Kremlin's press service has released footage of US Air Force fighter jets apparently escorting Vladimir Putin’s plane after his talks with US President Donald Trump.

Source: Kremlin's press service on Telegram

Details: According to the Kremlin, this happened as Putin was returning to Russia after the summit in Alaska. 

The video shows the Russian plane mid-air with several US military aircraft flying alongside. 

The White House has not officially reported any arrangements regarding such an escort.

Background: 

• On 15 August, Trump and Putin met at a military base in Anchorage, Alaska.
• After the meeting between the US and Russian leaders, Trump said he had reached an agreement with Putin on a territory exchange and that "President Zelenskyy has to agree".
• He also announced new talks with the Kremlin leader and said he would participate in a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin if it takes place.

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