At the upcoming talks between the USA and Ukraine on March 11 in Riyadh, the U.S. side is expected to clarify its vision for ending the war. This was reported by CNN.
Source: Censor.NET
💬 The publication notes that Kyiv and its allies hope that the tough rhetoric from Washington is merely a tactical maneuver before the negotiations. They believe that the temporary suspension of military aid and intelligence sharing was part of the negotiation strategy of the Trump administration.
🇺🇸 However, real changes are apparent: the current policy of the White House no longer includes full support for Ukraine, positioning the U.S. more as a mediator between Kyiv and Moscow. Despite Trump’s statements about potential new sanctions against Russia, no specific actions have been taken so far.
🤝 Negotiations in Riyadh
It is expected that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, and the Ukrainian delegation, led by the Head of the Presidential Administration Andriy Yermak, will participate in the talks. Also, the Ukrainian team will include Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, and Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration Pavlo Palisa.
🛢️ Economic Aspect of the Talks
The USA aims to sign an agreement regarding the extraction of rare-earth metals in Ukraine, reflecting Washington’s interest in the country’s natural resources.
📜 Will They Return to the “Istanbul Plan”?
The Trump administration denies that the negotiations are based on the peace plan discussed in Istanbul in 2022. However, Trump’s representative Keith Kellogg acknowledged that this document could still serve as a starting point. CNN describes this plan as a form of capitulation that may limit Ukraine’s ability to defend itself in the event of further Russian aggression.
⚠️ Risks for Ukraine
According to CNN, the stakes for Ukraine are extremely high, especially after recent scandals in the White House. The publication emphasizes that Trump may be overestimating the Kremlin’s willingness to make peace, which could have critical consequences for Ukraine.
⏳ Conclusions
The coming week may provide an answer to the key question: what does “peace” mean for the Trump administration? The outcome of the talks in Saudi Arabia will determine not only Ukraine’s future but also the strategic role of the U.S. in this conflict.
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