In a special edition of Reuters World News, analysts examined newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump's possible approach to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the long-term impact this could have on U.
S.-Europe relations, and its implications for preventing future conflicts. In the segment, analysts Tara Oakes , Rachel Armstrong, and Don Durfee discussed recent political developments and compared strategies.
During his campaign, Mr. Trump made clear promises to end the war swiftly, though he did not elaborate on the specific measures he would take. He also repeatedly criticized the amount of money and aid the U.
S. has provided to Kyiv . Potential scenarios J.
D. Vance, Mr. Trump’s vice-presidential candidate, has indicated that the plan might involve allowing Russia to retain much of the territory it has seized, while ensuring Ukraine will never join NATO.
Other suggestions include establishing a ceasefire along the current front lines, pushing both sides to the negotiating table. For Ukraine, this could mean losing U.S.
support if it refuses to negotiate. For Russia, it implies that failure to come to the table would prompt the U.S.
to fully arm Ukraine for victory. In this scenario, Ukraine would not have to formally cede territory, but fighting would cease, and the its NATO membership would be postponed for a certain period. Ukraine's reaction The Ukrainian government is making efforts to cooperate with Mr.
Trump, but public sentiment in Ukraine remains pessimistic. As the w.
