Negotiations as a Path to Peace in Ukraine

Efforts to facilitate negotiations between President Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have advanced, with Trump initiating multiple discussions aimed at finding a resolution to the ongoing war. During the calls, Trump characterized the conversations as productive and expressed optimism regarding the potential for a peace treaty. Notably, he suggested that it may not be feasible for Ukraine to regain all its pre-war territory or to join NATO, which aligns with previous statements from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. This marks a significant departure from the previous U.S. policy under the Biden administration, suggesting a shift towards direct diplomacy with Russia.