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The fragile balance of the conflict in Ukraine has just experienced a new twist. US President Donald Trump spoke of the possibility of storing massive banking sanctions and high customs duties against Russia. This statement comes when Moscow intensifies its strikes to the Ukrainian infrastructure and that the position of Washington oscillates between conditional support in Kiev and is looking for a diplomatic result. However, this position of the fortress is accompanied by contradictory decisions that raise questions about Trump’s true intentions in terms of foreign policy.
New escalation in the Economic War
Trump’s announcement is part of the context of increased tension between Russia and Ukraine. This Friday, the US President published a message about his social network, claiming: “I firmly assume bank sanctions, sanctions and extensive customs rights against Russia until the ceasefire and the final agreement on peace”. The position that represents a turning point in his speech has so far focused on reducing American military support in Kiev.
This statement follows the massive attack of Russia against the Ukrainian infrastructure, which includes 194 drones and 58 missiles. Such an offensive focused on the large energy infrastructure of the country, which worsens the already critical humanitarian situation. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelsky, who faced these events, renewed his call for air and maritime ceasefire and hopes for a stronger reaction of the international community.
Between diplomation and economic pressure: Balance game
Paradoxically, while he threatens Moscow with serious economic sanctions, Donald Trump decided to temporarily suspend military assistance in Ukraine. The decision that it challenges, in particular the impact that can have on Ukrainian defense capacities at a time when Russian pressure intensifies. This posture illustrates a double strategic discourse, which alternates between the depicted desire to end the conflict and reduce the resistance of Kiev.
In parallel in Saudi Arabia, they are planning to explore the outlines of the peace agreement between the American and Ukrainian delegations. Similar discussions have already started with Russian representatives in the Kingdom of Saudi. Trump insisted on this diplomatic approach and directly called on aggressive to negotiate: “Russia and Ukraine, now go to the negotiating table before it is too late. Thank you! ».
If Trump’s strategy is based on the economic pressure to force Moscow to negotiate, it could weaken Ukraine and endanger its space for the maneuver. Will the Kremlin agree to give up under the threat of new customs and banking sanctions? Or is this hybrid approach that mixes the fortress and ambiguity, is likely to strengthen the position of Vladimir Putin in this conflict that is packed? For the next few weeks, the consequences of this oscillating American possession of American possession will be decisive.
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