Former US President Donald Trump stirred the pot on Tuesday, hinting that while he wont send boots on the ground in Ukraine, the US might swoop in with air support 🛩️ as part of a peace deal. This move comes after a high-profile White House summit where Trump pledged security guarantees to help end the war.
Speaking with Fox News, Trump said, "When it comes to security, Europeans are willing to put people on the ground. Were willing to help them with things, especially, probably … by air." He didnt dive into specifics, but later told radio host Mark Levin that his peace push is powered by instinct more than process 🎯.
Meanwhile, Russia launched its biggest air assault in over a month, sending 270 drones and 10 missiles toward Ukraine. The Ukrainian air force reported that energy facilities around Poltava, home to the countrys only oil refinery, caught fire 🔥.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy cheered the talks as a "major step forward," and floated plans for a trilateral summit with Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Budapest, Istanbul, and even Switzerland have been mentioned as possible venues 🇭🇺🇹🇷🇨🇭.
Trump admitted that Putin might not be ready to sign off: "Were going to find out about President Putin in the next couple of weeks." And though he teased joining the summit, he mused that it might be better if they meet "without me"—but hes ready to jump in if needed.
Allies are keeping the momentum going. A Coalition of the Willing forum is exploring new sanctions, and planning teams will soon draft security guarantees for Ukraine. NATO military leaders, including US Joint Chiefs Chair General Dan Caine, are set to meet virtually to map out next steps ⚔️🛡️.
As the world watches, could air support be the next level-up in the quest for peace? Stay tuned! 🌍✌️
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Trump says U.S. may provide air support to back a Ukraine peace deal
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