U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Friday that the Trump administration could halt its attempts to secure a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine unless considerable headway is made shortly. Despite working towards resolving the conflict for several months, the White House has thus far been unable to find an effective resolution.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio gave his speech in Paris after key talks between American, Ukrainian, and European representatives led to preliminary measures aimed at achieving peace. Rubio stated that the forthcoming meeting in London next week will be pivotal in determining whether the United States should maintain its involvement.
Rubio informed journalists that they have to assess if their present aim still stands as a achievable target.
“I believe it’s crucial to emphasize that everyone should recognize the conflict in Ukraine as an horrific event, yet it does not involve us directly,” stated Rubio. “The U.S. hasn’t initiated this war. We have supported Ukraine over the past three years, and our aim is for it to conclude soon. However, it remains their struggle.”
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He stated that the administration will reach its conclusion in a matter of days, since it focuses on other issues first.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has consistently warned global leaders about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s intentions to expand Russian territory and undermine Western military alliances. In an interview, Zelenskyy remarked that Russia considers Ukraine to be under its influence, adding that he believes this aggressive stance could extend throughout Europe.
During his recent interview with “60 Minutes,” Zelenskyy expressed worries over Putin’s intentions, stating that Putin seeks to rebuild the Russian empire by retaking areas now safeguarded by NATO.
Officials announced a nearly complete deal between the U.S. and Ukraine that will allow American access to Ukraine’s substantial mineral reserves, which remains connected to President Trump’s peace initiatives.
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On Thursday, President Trump announced that the U.S. and Ukraine have entered into an accord concerning mineral resources, as confirmed by Ukraine’s Economy Minister through the signing of a Memorandum of Intent. This pact, facilitated by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, seeks to encourage substantial investment and upgrade infrastructure.
Rubio, alongside presidential envoy
Steve Witkoff
, played a crucial part in steering U.S. peace efforts as Witkoff participated in multiple talks with Putin.
Diplomatic discussions have taken place in Saudi Arabia as part of these peace efforts.
Moscow refuses to agree to a full ceasefire because it wants Ukraine to stop its recruitment of troops and terminate Western military assistance, while Ukraine continues to dismiss these demands.
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