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Ukraine Considers Concessions to End War
Ukraine's willingness to consider territorial concessions in exchange for stronger security guarantees has increased following Trump's potential presidential return.
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PoliticsHuman Rights ViolationsRussia Ukraine WarNetherlandsWarDiplomacyNegotiationsPeace
EpaNatoEuWhite HouseKremlin
Donald TrumpVladimir PutinVolodymyr ZelenskyyDmitro KoelebaBob Deen
- What is Ukraine's ultimate goal in the ongoing conflict?
- Despite exploring concessions, the core Ukrainian goal remains maintaining its sovereignty and existence as a state. Both Ukrainian and Western analysts emphasize the need to prevent Putin from achieving his ultimate aim of destroying the very idea of an independent Ukrainian state.
- What role could Trump and Putin play in a potential peace deal?
- While the details of a potential deal remain unclear, the possibility of a Trump-Putin negotiation looms large. Ukraine hopes this might lead to a deal, even if broken by Putin afterward, providing a pretext for stronger Western action against Russia.
- What are the major sticking points in negotiations between Ukraine and Russia?
- The key sticking point is the potential for Ukraine to cede territory. While no official plans advocate for the formal cession of land to Russia, there is growing acceptance that security guarantees might outweigh the immediate control of specific territories.
- What kind of concessions is Ukraine considering making in order to end the war?
- Ukrainian officials, including former Foreign Minister Koeleba, believe that concessions, likely territorial ones, may be necessary to secure stronger security guarantees from the West and potentially end the conflict. This represents a major shift in their previously uncompromising position.
- How has the potential return of Donald Trump to the White House influenced Ukraine's approach to the war?
- Trump's potential return to the White House has shifted the Ukrainian leadership's stance on peace negotiations. They are now more open to making concessions, a significant change from their previous position.