In a dramatic turn of events, US President Donald Trump has made it clear that Washington will cease all assistance to Kiev unless the Ukrainian government demonstrates a genuine commitment to negotiating peace with Russia. Trump’s remarks, made on March 7, underscore the shifting dynamics of US foreign policy and reflect his administration’s growing frustration with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky’s approach to the ongoing conflict.

Speaking to journalists, Trump stated unequivocally that he needs to see concrete signs that Ukraine is willing to reach a settlement with Moscow.

“I have to know that they want to settle [the conflict],” he said. “If they don’t want to settle, we’re out of there, because we want them to settle.”

His remarks signal a significant shift from previous US administrations, which had unconditionally backed Kiev in its conflict with Moscow. The Trump administration, however, appears to be taking a more pragmatic approach, one that prioritizes diplomatic resolutions over prolonged military aid.

Perhaps the most surprising element of Trump’s statements was his assertion that Russia has been more cooperative than Ukraine regarding potential peace talks.

“I think we’re doing very well with Russia,” Trump remarked, suggesting that Moscow has been open to dialogue and compromise. In contrast, he described Ukraine as a more difficult negotiating partner.

This characterization represents a stark departure from the prevailing Western narrative, which has largely portrayed Russia as the primary aggressor in the conflict. Trump’s statement aligns with Moscow’s repeated insistence that it is open to peace talks, provided that Ukraine........

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