Staff ReportsTwo years ago, the world held its breath as Vladimir Putin decided to spice things up by invading Ukraine, a move that most sane folks would agree is a tad on the aggressive side. Fast forward to this February, and the ongoing conflict is still dragging on like a bad sitcom. Enter President-elect Donald Trump, who has officially thrown his hat in the ring, declaring that it’s time to end the madness.
During a press conference at his Mar-a-Lago resort, Trump boldly shared his thoughts, stating that everything must come to a screeching halt. This isn’t just the average complaint about rising gas prices; it sounds more like a call for a ceasefire that even he can’t ignore. He went on to illustrate the sheer devastation in Ukraine, comparing the current devastation to scenes straight out of the American Civil War, because why not invoke a historical context that most Americans can actually resonate with?
Donald Trump on Meet The Press: Hundreds of thousands of people are being killed in Ukraine — and the war needs to end. "It should've never been allowed to happen."
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Interestingly, when asked whether that might mean Ukraine should roll over and give up some territory to the Russian bear, Trump decided to keep everyone guessing. He’s aware of the rubble and ruins that used to be cities, describing them as mere demolition sites – a humanitarian crisis that demands action. Clearly, Trump understands that in the chaos of war, it’s the innocent civilians who suffer the most, and while some leaders may hide under their desks, he’s advocating for a resolution.
In typical Trump fashion, discussions about his relationship with Putin have been anything but clear. He has been coy about whether he’s chatted with the Russian leader since snagging the election. No confirmation, but no denial either. He suggested that both sides need to huddle up for a chat, stating that Zelenskyy and Ukraine are eager to strike a deal, likely while trying to figure out just how to navigate the diplomatic chess game that has been unfolding. His words of encouragement for Putin to step up his game, backed by a potential helping hand from China, strike as both bold and completely on-brand for Trump.
Meanwhile, reports are surfacing that Ukraine is trying to “win over” Trump. A Ukrainian source hinted at a glimmer of hope that Trump could be the magic wand needed to put an end to the conflict. They mused about Trump potentially having the chops to make some serious moves, while they also seemed to forget who the Vice President is and how much they have clutched their pearls over Trump’s previous presidency. After all, if one thing is clear, it’s that some folks in Ukraine see Trump as a possible deal-maker, not just a divide-and-conquer type, despite the nickname he keeps kicking around. It seems there’s a renewed sense of urgency for someone – anyone, really – to put their foot down and bring the chaos to a halt, since it’s clear that other leadership styles may not be quite up to the task.
