Appeasement could embolden Putin, risking further invasions of Ukraine or other neighboring countries, former National Security Advisor John Bolton says. #Putin #Ukraine
US-Präsident Donald Trump wechselt Kommandeure aus und demontiert die Militärführung. Nun melden sich ehemalige Verteidigungsminister mit einem eindringlichen Appell zu Wort. #SZPlus https://t.co/Sc4bBgrOW7
Liveblog zum Krieg in der #Ukraine: Der ukrainische Präsident Selenskij bedauert den Eklat im Weißen Haus – geht aber davon aus, dass die Beziehung zu Trump heilbar sei. Entschuldigen will er sich nicht. https://t.co/8FPZPRWpKo
@davidfrum True. I am wondering whether Trump believes that the USA was wrong to oppose Hitler in 1941?
The original neo-Nazi America First movement that Trump has modeled himself on was on the side of the autocratic aggressors back then as well.
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@davidfrum @RodKahx This is a move, made by Trump & Vance, to cause some kind of action. To be so aggressive, un-diplomatic & wildly out of bounds must have been planned & even rehearsed.
What’s the next move?
@LevyAntoine Sure. Because 1) it's largely free, and 2) won't make a practical difference. 🫤 Anything except ramping up conventional weaponry production...
@gp_mihalache Depending on the definition, I think extending nuclear deterrence to Poland or Lithuania would make a big practical difference. But yes, it's the one military thing with large economies of scale that's cheaper to provide than the rest at EU-wide scale
My heart goes out to the brave soldiers of Ukraine who are manning the ramparts of liberty against aggression, rapacity and nihilism.
Poland will support free Ukraine until a just peace is achieved.
Donald Trump droht der EU und China mit Strafzöllen – und treibt die beiden Blöcke damit wieder näher zusammen. Politiker in Brüssel und Peking setzen auf neue Gespräche und Vereinbarungen.https://t.co/EKgtdzDO7P
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
We are very grateful to the United States for all the support. I’m thankful to President Trump, Congress for their bipartisan support, and American people. Ukrainians have always appreciated this support, especially during these three years of full-scale invasion.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
America’s help has been vital in helping us survive, and I want to acknowledge that. Despite the tough dialogue, we remain strategic partners. But we need to be honest and direct with each other to truly understand our shared goals.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
It’s crucial for us to have President Trump’s support. He wants to end the war, but no one wants peace more than we do. We are the ones living this war in Ukraine. It’s a fight for our freedom, for our very survival.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
As President Reagan once said, “Peace is not just the absence of war.” We’re talking about just and lasting peace—freedom, justice, and human rights for everyone. A ceasefire won’t work with Putin. He has broken ceasefires 25 times over the last ten years. A real peace is the
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
We are ready to sign the minerals agreement, and it will be the first step toward security guarantees. But it’s not enough, and we need more than just that. A ceasefire without security guarantees is dangerous for Ukraine. We’ve been fighting for 3 years, and Ukrainian people
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
We want peace. That’s why I came to the United States, and visited President Trump. The deal on minerals is just a first step toward security guarantees and getting closer to peace. Our situation is tough, but we can’t just stop fighting and not having guarantees that Putin will
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
It will be difficult without the U.S. support. But we can’t lose our will, our freedom, or our people. We’ve seen how Russians came to our homes and killed many people. Nobody wants another wave of occupation. If we cannot be accepted to NATO, we need some clear structure of
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
Europe is ready for contingencies and to help fund our large army. We also need the U.S. role in defining security guarantees—what kind, what volume, and when. Once these guarantees are in place, we can talk with Russia, Europe, and the U.S. about diplomacy. War alone is too
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
When someone talks about losses, every single life matters. Russia invaded our homes, killed our people, and tried to erase us. This isn’t just about territories or numbers—it’s about real lives. That’s what we need everyone to understand.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
I want the U.S. to stand more firmly on our side. This is not just a war between our two countries; Russia brought this war onto our territory and into our homes. They are wrong because they disrespected our territorial integrity.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
All Ukrainians want to hear a strong U.S. position on our side. It’s understandable the U.S. might look for dialogue with Putin. But the U.S. has always spoken about ‘peace through strength.’ And together we can take strong steps against Putin.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
Our relationship with the American President is more than just two leaders; it’s a historic and solid bond between our peoples. That’s why I always begin with words of gratitude from our nation to the American nation.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) on X
American people helped save our people. Humans and human rights come first. We’re truly thankful. We want only strong relations with America, and I really hope we will have them.