Rubio Says US Could Walk "in Days" if Ukraine Not Ready to Deal

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Urgency for Decision: The U.S. government, particularly under Trump’s administration, is signaling that it will decide within days whether it's feasible to negotiate a short-term peace deal in the Russia-Ukraine war. If not, the U.S. is prepared to walk away and stop further engagement.

Shift in U.S. Strategy: Secretary of State (possibly misidentified as Marco Rubio in the text) made strong statements during a stop in Paris, indicating the U.S. is aligning more closely with Russia’s view of the conflict and acknowledging the imbalance of power between Ukraine and Russia.

Stalled Negotiations: While talks between the U.S. and Russia appear to be narrowing in on key issues (like NATO guarantees and territorial control), the gap between the U.S. and Ukraine is widening. Ukraine is seen as resisting the current diplomatic terms.

Past Opportunities Missed: The speaker criticizes previous administrations for failing to act when better deals were possible (e.g., Istanbul early in the war, post-battlefield victories in 2022). Now, the remaining deal options are worse.

Last Chance for Peace: The current negotiations are seen as the last window for a diplomatic resolution. If not accepted, Russia is likely to escalate the war militarily with its growing stockpiles and force readiness.

No Military Solution from the U.S.: The Trump administration has ruled out additional military aid to Ukraine, believing it won't change the war’s outcome and would be a waste of resources.

Concern for Human Cost: Beyond money and equipment, the U.S. emphasizes the high human toll, citing disproportionate Ukrainian casualties. There’s a sense of urgency to stop the war to prevent further loss of life.

Call to Accept Reality: Trump’s team is urging Europe and Ukraine to face the reality of the situation. Continuing to resist negotiations may lead to greater losses and no future peace opportunities.

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