Vance: Ukraine war won’t end ‘any time soon’ as Trump downplays past peace promise

Mace | 2nd May 2025 | Kyiv, Uncategorised
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U.S. Vice President JD Vance admitted the Ukraine war is unlikely to end soon, contradicting Donald Trump’s earlier pledge to settle it in 24 hours. Trump has since called that claim an exaggeration. Meanwhile, negotiations have stalled, allies are frustrated, and Russia continues its offensive amid uncertainty over Western support.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance has warned that the war in Ukraine is unlikely to end “any time soon,” despite months of negotiations and diplomatic activity by the Trump administration. In an interview aired on Fox News, Vance stated that while both sides understand each other’s positions, neither Russia nor Ukraine has shown willingness to make the necessary compromises. “We know what each side wants, but the fighting continues,” he said, adding that the situation remains “incredibly dangerous” and far from resolution. The statement stands in stark contrast to President Donald Trump’s repeated campaign pledge that he could end the Russia-Ukraine war within 24 hours of taking office. In a widely circulated remark, Trump said, “If I'm president, I will have that war settled in one day, 24 hours.” But speaking to Time magazine in late April, he walked back the claim, saying: “Well, I said that figuratively, and I said that as an exaggeration, because to make a point… Obviously, people know...

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