Trump speaks of «enormous hatred» between Ukraine and Russia and comments on talks
President of the United States Donald Trump said that between Ukraine and Russia there is «enormous hatred» that makes it difficult to reach a peace agreement.
According to him, the parties have already come close to an agreement several times, but each time one of them refused to sign.
Trump on negotiations
Trump noted that the negotiation process had repeatedly reached a deadlock.
According to the US President, a peace agreement could have been reached earlier, but the parties have always backed away from the agreements at a crucial moment.
«There is a lot of hatred between them. We have been very close to a deal several times, but each time one of the parties has backed down,» he said.
«This is not a defeat for the US»
The American leader also said that the war does not directly threaten the United States.
According to him, the geographical distance between the countries makes the conflict less critical for Americans.
«But you know, we Americans are not really losing. They are losing. It doesn't really affect us because there's an ocean between us,» Trump said.
«Service to Europe»
At the same time, Trump said he was trying to end the war, seeing it as a way to help European allies.
According to him, attempts to end the war are a «service to Europe», as it is European countries that are most affected by the consequences of the conflict.
Context.
The war between Ukraine and Russia has been going on for several years and remains one of the key security factors in Europe.
The United States, together with its European allies, continues to engage in diplomatic initiatives aimed at ending the hostilities.
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