Trump's US-Russia Talks in Riyadh Shift Ukraine Policy

Recent peace talks in Riyadh between US and Russian officials have marked a significant shift in US policy towards Russia and Ukraine, sidelining Ukraine and its allies. The discussions have been criticized for potentially undermining Ukraine's security and granting concessions to Moscow, with former President Donald Trump controversially stating that Kyiv is to blame for the conflict and suggesting they could have negotiated a deal. Trump's approach appears to be a departure from the Biden administration's efforts to isolate Russia, instead seeking to redefine US-Russian relations and treat Putin as a partner. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed concerns about the legitimacy of the talks, emphasizing that any settlement must ensure Ukraine's sovereignty and security. As Trump returns to the White House, the geopolitical landscape in Europe is left uncertain, with fears of a peace deal that may not favor Ukraine. The exclusion of Ukraine from the negotiations has raised alarms among European leaders, who worry about the implications for regional security.