Ukraine Peace Talks Collapse: US Role Under Fire
High-level peace talks in London aimed at achieving a ceasefire in Ukraine collapsed due to the unexpected withdrawal of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. This setback, occurring amidst intensified Trump administration efforts to broker a truce, significantly diminishes Kyiv’s hopes for a near-term peace agreement. The U.S. representatives’ absence signals a potential shift away from multilateral negotiations and suggests a less neutral U.S. mediating role. Ukraine’s refusal to compromise on Crimea, a key sticking point, further complicates the prospects for a resolution.
John Q. Hosedrinker