Zelensky Expresses Hope for Trump's Peace Role

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed optimism about President-elect Donald Trump's potential to broker peace talks with Russia to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. He emphasized that the Ukrainian people count on Trump to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin into negotiations. Critics in Washington are skeptical of Trump's ability to fulfill his promise to resolve the conflict quickly, fearing he may push Kyiv to yield. Trump's hawkish advisers propose a strategy that includes threatening to withdraw U.S. support if Ukraine does not negotiate, which could escalate the situation further. However, this approach raises concerns about entangling the U.S. deeper into a conflict not of its own making, risking Ukrainian military stability and increasing Russian aggression. Trump's administration must prioritize American interests while navigating the complex geopolitical landscape surrounding the Ukraine conflict.