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Trump calls for immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and says a U.S. withdrawal from NATO is possible


Published on 2024-12-08 17:00:45 - Philadelphia Inquirer
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  • Trump's call for an immediate ceasefire went beyond the public policy stands taken by the Biden administration and Ukraine and drew a cautious response from Zelenskyy. It also marks Trump wading unusually deeply into efforts before his Jan. 20 inauguration to resolve one of the major global crises facing the lame-duck Biden administration.

The article from The Philadelphia Inquirer discusses former President Donald Trump's proposal for resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Trump suggested that he could negotiate a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine within 24 hours if he were to return to the White House. His plan includes allowing Russia to retain control over parts of Ukraine it currently occupies, in exchange for Russia's withdrawal from its alliance with China. Additionally, Trump proposed that NATO should reduce its presence near Russia's borders to alleviate Russian security concerns. This proposal has stirred controversy, with critics arguing that it would reward Russian aggression and undermine NATO's unity and purpose. Trump's comments reflect his ongoing criticism of NATO and his belief in his personal diplomatic prowess, despite the complexities of international relations and the potential implications for global security.

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