Negotiated Peace May No Longer Be Possible: The chance for a negotiated settlement in the Ukraine conflict—acceptable to both sides—may have passed. Some believe it was never truly viable.

Trump's Position Shifted: Trump initially tried to distance himself from the war, blaming President Biden and suggesting it wouldn't have happened under his watch. He once appeared poised to pull out of the conflict entirely, but recent actions suggest a change in direction.

Trump Now "Owns" the War: Commentators argue that due to recent developments and support packages, Trump now has ownership of the Ukraine war in the public perception, despite his earlier efforts to avoid it.

Pastor’s Influence and Emotional Decision-Making: A pastor close to Trump visited Ukraine, witnessed reported atrocities, and apparently influenced Trump emotionally, shifting his stance on continued involvement.

US Aid Undermines Diplomacy: New U.S. aid packages (F-16 training, Patriot missiles, etc.) have further angered Russia and undermined any remaining hopes of a diplomatic solution. These actions suggest escalation rather than de-escalation.

Criticism of Trump’s Advisors and Strategy: Trump is criticized for being too reactive, influenced by emotional appeals and the last person he speaks with, rather than adhering to a clear strategic vision.

Russian Perspective: Putin has long believed the West, especially the U.S., cannot be trusted, and recent actions reinforce that belief. Russia is pivoting toward self-reliance and alliances with Asia and the Global South.

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