Trump Administration Pushes Ukraine Toward Concessions in Peace Talks

The U.S. signals a shift in its Ukraine policy, advocating for a deal with Russia while reducing direct support for Kyiv.

President Trump’s administration has proposed a peace deal that pressures Ukraine to cede territory and resources to Russia without securing reciprocal guarantees.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected U.S. demands for resource concessions and elections under current terms, citing threats to sovereignty and security.
The U.S. has reduced its condemnation of Russian aggression, adopting rhetoric that aligns with Kremlin narratives and omitting criticism of Moscow in international forums.
European allies, led by France and the U.K., are exploring plans to deploy troops to Ukraine to support a potential ceasefire, as U.S. involvement becomes uncertain.
Internal divisions within the Trump administration reflect competing strategies, with some officials advocating for strength against Russia and others favoring appeasement.