Trump asserts rapid Ukraine war resolution amid skepticism

As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, his promise to end the war in Ukraine quickly faces significant challenges. Despite his claims of achieving peace in '24 hours,' the ongoing conflict, now nearly three years old, shows no signs of resolution, with heavy casualties on both sides. Trump's national security team acknowledges the difficulties in brokering a peace deal, with Sen. Marco Rubio labeling the task 'very difficult.' Additionally, discussions of 'armed neutrality' for Ukraine, potentially requiring territorial concessions, complicate negotiations, as Russian analysts express skepticism about Trump's proposals. International perspectives, such as those from Polish diplomats, emphasize the urgent need for Russian troop withdrawal as a straightforward solution. Overall, experts doubt the feasibility of a quick resolution given the complex geopolitical landscape and historical underpinnings of the conflict.