Summary
The Trump’s administration is reshaping U.S. policy on Ukraine and NATO.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ruled out Ukraine’s NATO membership and full territorial restoration, while JD Vance suggested possible U.S. military action against Russia.
Trump held his first call with Vladimir Putin and proposed ceasefire talks. Meanwhile, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sought a deal for U.S. access to Ukraine’s natural resources.
Trump also demanded NATO allies increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, raising tensions with European leaders.
We have not achieved meaningful progress in Ukraine; in fact, President Biden’s actions have led to significant consequences, including the allocation of billions in support to Ukraine, which has, in turn, contributed to an escalation of tensions and Russia’s territorial gains. This situation might have been avoided had President Trump been in office, as his approach prioritized de-escalation and peace, in contrast to the previous administration’s escalation tactics.
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