Tag: Kyiv Post

Donald Trump shaking hands with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in front of U.S. and Ukrainian flags

The Dealmaker’s Folly: How Appeasement in Ukraine Defines Trump’s Legacy

In a critical assessment for Kyiv Post, Bohdan Nahaylo claims that Donald Trump’s approach to the Ukraine war signifies a catastrophic failure of U.S. leadership. He argues that Trump, instead of being a diplomatic strategist, acts as “Putin’s greatest asset,” favoring a dangerous policy of appeasement that undermines long-term American security for a temporary diplomatic gain. Nahaylo suggests that while Ukraine may suffer territorial losses, Trump will ultimately be judged harshly in history for abandoning democratic values and eroding the post-1945 international order.

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US and Ukrainian flags flying side-by-side on a pole, with the dome of the US Capitol Building blurred in the background

The Illusion of Peace: Why Washington’s Rush to Deal Risks a Continental Collapse

The current diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire in Ukraine seem more focused on creating a favorable public image than achieving true stability. The Trump administration’s push for a swift resolution to the ongoing conflict appears motivated by a desire for a political legacy rather than the realities on the ground. By seeking a quick solution instead of a sustainable security framework, the U.S. risks providing the Kremlin with a strategic advantage, potentially destabilizing the European Union and leaving Ukraine vulnerable to future attacks.

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