Intelligence Squared Can Trump Deliver Peace in Ukraine? With Mark Galeotti
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Aug 23, 2025 Mark Galeotti, a renowned security expert and author, joins to discuss Trump's unconventional approach to negotiating peace in Ukraine. He highlights the unique strategies Trump employs compared to past administrations. Galeotti delves into the complexities of NATO's involvement and the contrasting motivations of leaders like Zelensky and Putin. The conversation also addresses the crucial need for security guarantees from Western allies and the implications for Ukraine's sovereignty amidst ongoing challenges. His insights shed light on the intricate geopolitics at play.
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Trump States Unspoken Realities
- Trump has publicly acknowledged realities others avoided: Ukraine likely won't recover all occupied territory and won't join NATO soon.
- His bluntness and summit-style approach may open a path to negotiations even if imperfect.
Transactional Motive Behind Trump’s Push
- Trump seeks a deal because the war is an inconvenience and a political opportunity for him rather than out of deep concern for Ukraine.
- He treats foreign policy transactionally and looks for economic advantages for the U.S.
Limits Of Maximum Pressure
- Maximum-pressure strategies failed because the West couldn't sustain decisive economic or military coercion on Russia.
- Trump offers a negotiated
