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Why Trump’s Unilateral Concessions to Russia Could Ignite a European War
In a very questionable move, President Donald Trump has initiated direct negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin, reportedly offering territorial concessions in Ukraine without consulting European allies. This act of unilateral diplomacy, which sidesteps NATO, the European Union, and even Ukraine itself, could have catastrophic consequences for global stability. It risks setting the stage for a larger European conflict, one that could ultimately draw the United States into an unwinnable war.
A “Dirty Deal” That Undermines the West
Trump’s reported proposal involves allowing Russia to retain Ukrainian territories in exchange for a ceasefire and a guarantee that Ukraine will not join NATO. This so-called “peace deal” is nothing more than an appeasement strategy that echoes the disastrous concessions of the 20th century. European leaders, including German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, have rightfully condemned this approach, warning that any territorial agreement made without the input of Ukraine and the EU is a dangerous betrayal of international law and democratic values.
