Vance at CPAC: We are on cusp of peace in Europe
Huge progress is being made towards ending the conflict, with a significant shift in diplomatic efforts, but concerns over Putin's intentions and the willingness to compromise remain. U.S. Vice President JD Vance's comments suggest that a breakthrough may be imminent, but the path forward is uncertain. The future of European security hangs in the balance as talks between Russia and Ukraine resume.
- The fact that Vance sees an end to the conflict near suggests that there may be more than just diplomatic posturing behind Trump's negotiations with Putin, but it's unclear what specific concessions or compromises have been made.
- Can a negotiated peace between Russia and Ukraine be sustained without significant guarantees of security for both sides, or will the underlying tensions ultimately prove too great to overcome?