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President Donald Trump has begun talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on ending the war in Ukraine. During a 90-minute phone call, the two agreed to meet in person. Trump also spoke separately with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that restoring Ukraine’s pre-2014 borders is unrealistic and that NATO membership is not part of the proposed solution.
Geopolitical Implications:
Shift in U.S. Strategy: The U.S. is signaling a potential pivot away from an all-out push for Ukraine’s territorial integrity, instead prioritizing negotiations and stability.
European Security Realignment: If the U.S. reduces its involvement, European nations may be forced to take on a larger role in ensuring Ukraine’s security.
Geopolitical Impact:
Mixed: Russia, U.S., Ukraine
