According to the reports on Monday (11 August), ahead of the upcoming Alaska summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, Vice President Vance emphasized the United States’ desire to stop funding the Ukraine war and push for a peaceful resolution. The meeting aims to discuss a ceasefire deal proposed by Moscow, which involves Russia gaining control over parts of Eastern Ukraine in exchange for halting hostilities. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has strongly opposed the deal, warning that any agreement excluding Ukraine undermines peace prospects.
Vance expressed American frustration over the ongoing financial burden of the conflict, stating that taxpayers are tired of funding the war. He suggested that European allies should take on a larger role in supporting Ukraine, including purchasing weapons from American producers rather than relying on US government funds. This approach reflects a shift in US policy, aiming to reduce direct American involvement in the war’s funding.
Earlier this year, Trump secured commitments from NATO members to increase their defense spending to 5 percent of GDP and arranged for Europe to financially support lethal weapon deliveries to Ukraine. These measures aimed to expand Europe’s economic and military role in the conflict, lessening the US share of the burden. Vance has continued to urge European nations to “step up” and contribute more directly to the war effort.
European leaders have cautiously supported Trump’s diplomatic efforts while insisting that any resolution must protect Ukraine’s and Europe’s vital security interests. Although Zelensky was not invited to the Alaska summit, the US has indicated the possibility of a trilateral meeting involving Ukraine to discuss the peace process further. The situation remains complex, with competing interests shaping the path toward a potential ceasefire.
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US Pushes for Peace Talks Ending Ukraine War Funding and Shifting Burden
