Ukraine: The Latest 'No surrender': Zelensky rebukes Trump-Putin peace plan as missiles pummel Ukraine
Apr 24, 2025
Candace Rondeaux, a seasoned US journalist and author, dives into the current crisis as Kyiv faces severe missile strikes. She critiques Trump’s claims about peace negotiations, shedding light on the complexities of international diplomacy. The conversation turns to the Wagner Group, exploring its evolution as a brutal militia tied to Kremlin strategies. Rondeaux emphasizes Ukraine's steadfastness in rejecting controversial peace plans, highlighting the broader implications for national sovereignty and Western alliances amidst ongoing conflict.
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Trump Blames Zelensky for Peace Failure
- Donald Trump blamed President Zelensky for derailing peace talks by refusing to concede Crimea.
- European leaders see Russia, not Ukraine, as the main obstacle to peace and reject conceding Ukrainian territory.
Wagner's Origin and Evolution
- Wagner Group began as a small paramilitary operation linked to Russian state interests and grew into a powerful mercenary army.
- Its rise reflects the merging of Russia's security services, mafia influence, and war veterans seeking purpose.
Wagner as Russia's Shadow War Tool
- Wagner continues to serve as a tool for Russia's foreign policy through sanctions evasion and destabilizing NATO.
- The group's activities include covert sabotage operations in Europe, undermining Western alliances.
