The NPR Politics Podcast Year In Review: Trump's Foreign Policy
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Dec 26, 2025 The discussion kicks off with a deep dive into Trump's claims of ending eight wars, exploring the difference between diplomatic pauses and true peace. The hosts dissect Trump's rush to announce foreign deals, often undermining fragile agreements. They discuss his complex relationship with Ukraine, navigating pressure for concessions while aligning with Russia. The conversation also touches on U.S. involvement in the Israel-Hamas truce, mixed signals in military actions, and the use of foreign policy as a domestic strategy. Finally, they ponder what to expect in the coming year.
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Peace Announcements Over Lasting Settlements
- Trump claims to have ended eight wars but many were low-scale disputes or already near resolution.
- His administration prioritizes announcing peace even when deeper settlements remain unresolved.
FIFA Peace Prize Moment At World Cup Draw
- Franco attended the World Cup FIFA draw when Trump received a newly created FIFA Peace Prize to curry favor.
- The applause was measured and the award sparked controversy about Infantino's relationship with Trump.
Ukraine: Pressure On Kyiv, Alignment With Moscow
- The Ukraine war grinds on and looks much like it did before Trump returned to office.
- Trump pressures Ukraine to give up territory while aligning more with Russia than Kyiv.