Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Trump says Ukraine cannot get Crimea, join NATO in any deal to end war with Russia

 Recently, President Donald Trump made comments regarding Ukraine's position in the ongoing conflict with Russia, particularly focusing on the issues of Crimea and NATO membership.

• Trump stated that Ukraine cannot regain control of Crimea or join NATO in any peace agreement to end the war with Russia. He asserted that President Zelensky of Ukraine has the power to end the conflict quickly if he chooses.

• He reminisced about the past, mentioning that the situation regarding Crimea, which was annexed by Russia under President Obama, remains unchanged.

• Ukrainian President Zelensky responded by emphasizing that Crimea should not have been ceded to Russia and expressed a desire for a lasting peace, unlike previous agreements that failed to hold up.

• Zelensky reiterated the importance of maintaining Ukraine's territorial integrity and highlighted the failures of past security guarantees.

• Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged the need for both Ukraine and Russia to make concessions to achieve peace, recognizing the complex emotions involved due to Ukraine's invasion.

Trump's comments before the meeting with Zelensky and European leaders indicate a firm stance on certain key issues in the conflict. As discussions about peace continue, both Ukrainian and international leaders are calling for a solution that respects Ukraine's sovereignty while addressing the realities of the ongoing war.

https://justthenews.com/government/diplomacy/trump-says-ukraine-cannot-get-crimea-join-nato-deal-end-war-russia

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