Trump’s Black Sea Deal: Russia Wins, Ukraine Loses?
Following talks in Saudi Arabia, Russia and Ukraine agreed to eliminate the use of force and ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea, a key step toward a broader peace deal. The agreement includes preventing the use of commercial vessels for military purposes and the development of measures to halt strikes against energy infrastructure. The United States pledged support to facilitate Russian agricultural and fertilizer exports. However, significant obstacles remain, including Ukraine’s refusal to recognize Russian territorial claims and concerns regarding the enforceability of the agreements.
John Q. Hosedrinker