Rubio will drop Ukraine peace efforts if no progress within days…

In Paris, President Donald Trump commented that negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are reaching a crucial point and emphasized that he is not being manipulated by either side in his efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict. This statement followed Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s warning that the U.S. could pivot away from seeking a Russia-Ukraine peace agreement if progress is not made soon, after months of unsuccessful attempts to end the hostilities.

Trump expressed that if one party makes negotiations difficult, they will be considered foolish, but he hopes it will not come to that. Rubio’s assessment came after significant discussions in Paris that outlined steps towards peace, with another meeting planned in London next week, which may determine the future of U.S. involvement in the process.

The U.S. and Ukraine are close to finalizing a deal granting the U.S. access to Ukraine’s mineral resources, a key part of Trump’s peace initiative. While tensions persist and a complete truce seems distant, the American and European officials are considering various strategies to influence both Russia and Ukraine to commit to peace agreements.

Rubio’s remarks underscored the importance of reaching a peace deal, with European allies playing a supportive role. Concerns are growing about Trump’s alignment with Russia, with the Paris talks marking a significant diplomatic effort to end the conflict, which has posed a major security challenge to Europe.

As Russia continues its strikes on Ukrainian cities, causing civilian casualties, the need for a lasting solution to the conflict becomes increasingly urgent. The situation remains complex, with hopes resting on the negotiations to bring an end to the brutal war.