Europe Today Americans want money, not peace -former top US General warns
Dec 1, 2025
Retired US Army Lieutenant General Ben Hodges, an expert on European defense, and Sasha Vakulina, Euronews Ukraine correspondent, delve into the complexities of US-Ukraine relations. Hodges critiques the US's business-centric approach, warning it could jeopardize Ukraine’s future. Vakulina discusses key sticking points in peace talks and the implications of Zelensky’s diplomatic efforts. Both emphasize Ukraine's firm stance against territorial concessions and the ongoing fight against corruption, highlighting the pressing need for cohesive support from Europe.
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Territory Is The Core Sticking Point
- Florida talks pressure Ukraine to concede territory while Russia is not asked the same.
- Sasha Vakulina stresses territorial concessions remain the central sticking point in talks.
Moscow Pushes For One-On-One Talks
- Moscow seeks a direct meeting between Putin and Trump and prominent representation in talks.
- Vakulina notes Witkoff's Moscow trip and Russia pushing for one-on-one engagement with Trump.
US Business Interests Could Skew Peace
- The US appears to prioritise post-war business ties with Russia over a fair peace for Ukraine.
- Ben Hodges warns this approach risks a poor outcome that could trigger millions more refugees to Europe.