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Trump Administration Pushes Russia-Friendly Plan To End War In Ukraine

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Nov 24, 2025
The Trump administration's controversial peace proposal for Ukraine and Russia raises eyebrows, as critics argue it skews heavily in Russia's favor. The discussion reveals skepticism over the realism of deadlines and entrenched positions from both sides. There’s an analysis of the seriousness of diplomatic talks, mixed with concerns about mounting pressures on Ukrainian leadership. The hosts also touch on the domestic political motivations influencing foreign policy and noticeable splits within the Republican party on this approach.
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U.S. Push Seen As Russia-Friendly Plan

  • The Trump administration is pushing a 28-point peace plan widely seen as favoring Russia.
  • Greg Myre says effort is big but substantive progress is not evident yet.
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Geneva Talks Reworked But Details Murky

  • Geneva talks aimed to rework the 28-point plan but details remain unclear.
  • Greg Myre says negotiations have created divisions among the White House, Ukrainians, Europeans, and some Republicans.
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Cautious Expectation After Repeated False Starts

  • Tamara and Franco counsel caution because past touted breakthroughs collapsed.
  • Franco Ordoñez likens repeated false promises to Lucy pulling the football from Charlie Brown.
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