The President’s Inbox Trump’s Peace Plan for Ukraine, With Liana Fix and Charles A. Kupchan
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Feb 25, 2025 Liana Fix, a CFR fellow specializing in European security, and Charles A. Kupchan, a CFR senior fellow and expert on international affairs, delve into Trump's evolving policies on Ukraine. They discuss the impact of U.S. foreign policy on European dynamics, including mixed responses to the Ukraine conflict and the challenges of unity among European nations. The conversation highlights potential economic partnerships centered around rare earth elements for Ukraine’s reconstruction, stressing the significance of a unified strategy against Russian aggression.
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Trump's surprising approach
- Trump's approach to Ukraine has been surprising and alarming.
- His actions suggest a prioritization of US-Russia relations over Ukraine's sovereignty.
Trump's Primary Goal
- Trump's main goal seems to be normalizing US-Russia relations, not ending the war.
- Ukraine is a secondary concern in his pursuit of deals with Russia.
Conditions for Reset
- Resetting US-Russia relations isn't feasible amidst ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
- A ceasefire and a settlement acceptable to Ukrainians and Europeans are prerequisites.