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Trump Shifts U.S. Stance on Ukraine, Excluding Kyiv from Peace Talks

President Trump’s new approach to the Russia-Ukraine war has sidelined Ukraine and Europe, raising concerns over territorial concessions and long-term security.

  • President Trump has initiated U.S.-Russia peace talks on Ukraine without including Kyiv or European allies, signaling a major policy shift.
  • Trump has suggested Ukraine should abandon NATO aspirations and accept territorial losses, aligning closely with Russian demands.
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized Trump’s rhetoric, calling it influenced by Russian disinformation, while rejecting U.S. demands for mineral concessions without security guarantees.
  • European leaders are scrambling to assess their role in Ukraine's future as the U.S. signals reduced involvement and a potential withdrawal of military aid.
  • Russia has praised Trump’s approach, viewing it as a diplomatic victory, while Ukraine fears a forced settlement that undermines its sovereignty and security.
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