Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:21pm on 18 Jan 2025,Saturday International
Donald Trump’s promise to swiftly end the Ukraine war after his inauguration has been met with doubt in Moscow. Russians expressed skepticism over Trump’s ability to broker peace, with many attributing the power to halt the conflict solely to President Vladimir Putin. While the Kremlin has shown openness to talks, it demands Ukraine withdraw troops from four contested regions. Kyiv fears Trump’s approach may favor Moscow. Meanwhile, Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russian sites, and Russia advances in Donetsk. Despite Trump's assurances, both sides remain far apart on peace terms, leaving many Russians unconvinced of imminent resolution.
