Ukrainecast Can Trump persuade Putin to meet Zelensky?
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Aug 19, 2025 In this discussion, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, the former NATO Secretary General and ex-prime minister of Denmark, shares insights on the complexities of security guarantees for Ukraine. He highlights the challenges in bringing Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky to the negotiation table. The conversation dives into the differing views on a potential ceasefire, the implications of historical security failures, and the intricate dynamics of U.S. relations with Ukraine under Trump. It’s a revealing look at diplomatic challenges in a time of conflict.
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Putin Likely Avoids Genuine Talks
- Anders Fogh Rasmussen argues Vladimir Putin is not interested in genuine peace and aims to prolong the war.
- That makes a bilateral meeting between Putin and Zelensky unlikely without coercion or clear shifts in battlefield dynamics.
Make A Ceasefire The First Step
- Anders Fogh Rasmussen insists the first step toward sustainable peace is an unconditional ceasefire.
- If Russia won't agree, he advises arming Ukraine decisively so it can negotiate from a position of strength.
Deploy A European Reassurance Force
- He recommends deploying a European-led reassurance force on Ukrainian soil backed by U.S. intelligence and support.
- That force should deter future Russian attacks without requiring large numbers of American ground troops.