No Priors AI US Pushes Ukraine Peace, Confronts Venezuela
Dec 4, 2025
Recent U.S. peace talks with Russia over Ukraine fell apart, highlighting Putin's hardline stance on Donbas. Meanwhile, fresh Russian strikes have left millions of Ukrainians without power as winter approaches. The discussion also focuses on America's increasing pressure on Venezuela, amidst concerns that this dual-front strategy could stretch resources too thin. With Ukraine refusing concessions to Moscow, European allies fear that the U.S. approach may impact NATO cohesion and domestic politics.
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Peace Talks Collapse Over Donbass
- The U.S. tried serious peace talks in Moscow but the core issue of Donbass control blocked agreement.
- Putin publicly rejected parts of the plan and warned Russia would take Donbass by force if Ukraine didn't withdraw.
Strikes Amplify Humanitarian Risk
- Fresh Russian strikes followed the failed talks and hit civilian infrastructure in southern Ukraine.
- Tens of thousands lost power and heating as winter approaches, raising humanitarian stakes.
Ukraine Resists; Europe Worries
- Ukraine vowed not to cede territory and argued concessions would reward aggression.
- European allies worry U.S. pressure to broker a deal could force unwanted concessions or encourage Moscow.