Foreign Policy

Behind the Scenes: How Washington’s Diplomatic Failures Opened Door for a Trump-Putin Summit on Ukraine

By National Security Desk | August 7, 2025

As another diplomatic attempt unfolds, the planned Trump-Putin meeting reveals how relentless U.S. efforts to isolate Russia have stalled peace, risking American national interests and global stability.

President Donald Trump's upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin marks a critical turning point in a war that has persisted with devastating consequences for Ukraine and global security. This planned summit, though lacking a confirmed date, underscores the glaring failures of the Biden administration's approach and highlights a necessary recalibration towards practical diplomacy that puts American interests first.Why Has Peace Proven So Elusive in Ukraine?The diplomatic timeline since Russia’s invasion on February 24, 2022, paints a picture of missed opportunities and entrenched posturing. Initial talks in Belarus and Istanbul showed some willingness from Moscow to consider de-escalation measures such...

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