CNN Inside Politics War or Peace?
Nov 25, 2025
Betsy Klein, a CNN White House reporter known for her insightful coverage, joins democratic congressional candidates Kate Connolly and Joanna Mendoza. They explore the possible peace deal between Russia and Ukraine and discuss the political implications surrounding it. The candidates emphasize the importance of keeping the military apolitical while focusing on affordability in their campaigns. Klein shares light-hearted moments from the White House turkey pardoning, balancing serious discussions with engaging anecdotes about political dynamics.
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Negotiation Is Still U.S.-Led, Not A Russia Deal
- Negotiations seek a U.S.-Ukraine-EU common position before approaching Russia.
- Major sticking points are territory, NATO membership, and military caps that Ukraine calls red lines.
Russian Buy-In Remains The Key Barrier
- Russia has shown little willingness to compromise on its maximalist demands.
- That resistance makes any final deal uncertain despite U.S.-Ukraine progress.
Army Caps Spark European Alarm
- Proposed military caps (e.g., 600,000 troops) triggered European pushback over security risks.
- Such limits risk leaving Ukraine vulnerable to future aggression, making them politically fraught.