Trump's initial promises to resolve the Ukraine conflict quickly are challenged by the stark difference in urgency perceived by Moscow and Washington. While the U.S. is pressing for a resolution, Russia views the war as critically important to its geopolitical strategy, particularly in relation to its historical stance in Eastern Europe. With experts like Andrey Kortunov and Angela Stent weighing in, it becomes clear that the timeline for peace is more complicated than Trump envisioned, as Moscow shows no immediate inclination to resolve the conflict.
Kortunov emphasizes that the ongoing war is considered a high priority for Moscow; conversely, Washington sees it as a relatively low priority. This gap in urgency highlights the complexities in reaching a resolution.
Angela Stent points out that Russia's broader strategy aims at countering the gains made by the West in Eastern Europe since the Soviet Union's dissolution, illustrating a fundamental geopolitical tension.
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