Ukraine Conflict at Crossroads as Trump Presidency Looms

Putin, Zelenskyy, and Trump face complex challenges in shaping the future of the war and potential peace negotiations.

Donald Trump's election victory raises questions about his potential role in brokering peace in the Ukraine conflict, though his approach remains uncertain.
Vladimir Putin's recent nuclear doctrine adjustments and deployment of advanced weapons signal a hardened stance as he continues to pursue his objectives in Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed conditional openness to territorial compromises but emphasizes the need for stronger Western military support to counter Russian aggression.
Germany's internal political divisions and Chancellor Olaf Scholz's cautious stance on arms deliveries have limited its influence in shaping the conflict's resolution.
Russian expectations for improved relations under Trump are tempered by skepticism, as Moscow doubts Trump's ability or willingness to meet its demands.