Trump on Russia-Ukraine talks: ‘Nobody’s playing me’
- On August 16, 2024, Donald Trump stated at his Mar-a-Lago club that he would settle the Russia-Ukraine war shortly after winning the presidency.
- Trump made this claim amid ongoing complicated peace talks between the U.S. And Russia, with Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirming difficult contacts about Ukraine.
- Trump repeatedly asserted he could resolve the war within 24 hours if back in office but also said this was partly sarcastic and declined to reveal his negotiation strategy.
- Russian UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia emphasized that resolving the situation in Ukraine is not something that can happen quickly, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated the U.S. Might withdraw from peace negotiations if there is no significant progress soon.
- Trump's statements and shifting tone suggest continued uncertainty about peace prospects, as U.S. Officials emphasize the need for rapid progress or risk ending negotiations.
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