Trump's Concessions to Putin Raise Concerns for Ukraine

In a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Donald Trump made several concessions to Russia concerning the Ukraine conflict, alarming European allies and the international community. During a 90-minute phone call with Vladimir Putin, Trump stated that NATO membership for Ukraine was no longer on the table and suggested that the U.S. would not be involved in enforcing any peace deal. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth echoed this sentiment, indicating a departure from prior U.S. support for Ukraine. Critics argue that Trump's actions effectively hand Ukraine over to Putin, undermining Ukrainian sovereignty and emboldening Russian aggression. Analysts have likened Trump's approach to historical appeasement, suggesting it may have serious implications for global security. The situation raises concerns about a potential new era of unchecked territorial aggression by superpowers.