Donald Trump, the former president of the United States and a candidate for the 2024 elections, has repeatedly expressed his views on the war in Ukraine and the role of the United States in this conflict. His position raises many questions and surprises, as he proposes different strategies for ending the war, many of which may have significant consequences for Ukraine and the international situation as a whole.
Here are some of the key points Trump made:
- Negotiations with Putin and Zelensky: Trump said that after winning the election, he would contact the presidents of Russia and Ukraine and conclude a peace agreement within 24 hours. This raises questions about the terms of such negotiations and whether Ukraine will be forced to make concessions that contradict its national interests.
- The US will "exit" the war after negotiations: Trump has repeatedly stated that the US should leave the conflict in Ukraine, and that his plan involves serious negotiations between the parties, which could end with the US "exiting" the war, leaving the conflict on the conscience of Europe.
- Responsibility for the war and NATO: Trump believes that the war in Ukraine was the result of "stupid decisions" by President Joe Biden, in particular regarding the possibility of Ukraine joining NATO. Trump believes that giving Ukraine the prospect of membership in the Alliance only exacerbated the situation and led to war.
- Relations with Putin and other leaders: Trump also emphasizes his friendly relations with leaders such as Putin, Xi Jinping and Kim Jong-un. He notes that he considers these relations important for stability in the world and that they can be used to achieve peace in Ukraine.
- Plan to freeze the war: American media speculate that Trump may propose a plan that involves freezing the conflict, creating demilitarized zones and autonomous regions on both sides of the border, without Ukraine joining NATO. This may look like a temporary ceasefire, but without a final solution to the issue of Ukraine's territorial integrity.
In general, Trump's plans for Ukraine cause different opinions among analysts and politicians. Some believe that he may actually find a compromise that would end the war, but others fear that his strategies could lead to weakening support for Ukraine and its concessions, ultimately benefiting Russia.
