Trump's Plan for U.S. Air Support in Ukraine: A New Chapter in a Prolonged Conflict
President Donald Trump has ruled out sending U.S. troops to Ukraine but is considering providing air support to end Russia's war. While the U.S. and allies deliberate on military support, Trump's instinct-driven negotiations aim for peace, albeit with uncertainties surrounding Russian President Putin's intentions.
In a pivotal move, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed he will not deploy American troops to Ukraine, although air support might be on the table as a possible solution to conclude the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. Despite his pledges for security guarantees, clarity on the path forward remains elusive.
Trump's decision followed an extraordinary summit at the White House where the nature of U.S. military assistance was discussed. While a no-fly zone and missile defense systems are under consideration, Trump and White House representatives, such as Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, refrained from specifying the extent of potential U.S. engagement.
The proposed peace talks face complications amid continued Russian aggression and the complex involvement of international players. With suggestions of hosting a trilateral meeting in Budapest, tentatively involving Ukraine's President Zelenskiy and Russia's President Putin, the region remains on edge as diplomatic efforts are scrutinized closely by global analysts.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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