Ukraine War Expected to Continue Through 2025 Amid Ongoing Negotiations

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has expressed Ukraine's desire to end the war with Russia by the end of 2025, emphasizing readiness for peace talks and highlighting diplomatic momentum following a recent meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump. Sybiha and other Ukrainian officials urge stronger Western pressure, including additional economic sanctions led by the U.S., to make continued conflict personally costly for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who remains resistant to a simple ceasefire. Despite Russia's current military advantages, some U.S. intelligence experts linked to the Trump administration view Putin as vulnerable in the long run, citing his ambition to be seen as a historic Russian leader. While Moscow expresses willingness to negotiate if talks are productive, it rejects ceasefires that could allow Ukraine to rebuild its forces. President Trump has indicated support for Ukraine's military goals, though some interpret this as shifting responsibility to European allies. Meanwhile, domestic U.S. politics involve ongoing debates over government funding and healthcare, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries questioning Trump's commitment to protecting American health care during negotiations.