U.S. and Russian officials held their first major talks in Riyadh since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, signaling a potential reset in relations.
The talks led to agreements to restore embassy staffing, explore economic cooperation, and set up talks to end the Ukraine war.
Trump signaled a policy shift, possibly meeting Putin to secure a deal, marking a break from Biden’s strategy of supporting Ukraine and sanctioning Russia.
Trump views Russia as less of a threat than China and opposes further U.S. military aid to Ukraine, focusing on a stable, predictable relationship with Russia.
The U.S. has shifted its stance on Ukraine’s NATO membership, calling it impractical, and has ruled out security guarantees for Ukraine.
Ukraine is not part of U.S.-Russia talks, despite losing over 20% of its territory and thousands of lives, with no role in discussions about its future.
Excluding Ukraine and Europe from any settlement would be both morally and practically wrong, as it affects their security and future.
A fair and sustainable reset requires a settlement that includes the U.S., Russia, Europe, and Ukraine.
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