Trump Asserts Ukraine Won’t Join NATO in Future Peace Agreement with Russia
Donald Trump made strong statements regarding Ukraine’s potential NATO membership, asserting that the country would not be allowed to join the alliance as part of a future peace agreement with Russia. During a White House cabinet meeting, Trump was asked about the possible concessions Ukraine should make in a settlement, and he responded firmly: “You can forget about NATO membership. That’s probably the reason the whole thing started.”
Trump’s comments reflect his continued opposition to NATO’s expansion, particularly when it comes to Ukraine, which has been seeking closer ties with the West amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. The former president emphasized that this issue was likely a key factor in sparking the war, suggesting that NATO’s eastward expansion was a significant provocation to Moscow.
Additionally, Trump ruled out any lifting of sanctions on Russia before a peace deal is reached, reaffirming his stance that such measures would remain in place until a resolution is achieved. The remarks highlight the complexities of the diplomatic situation and the difficult negotiations ahead, particularly as global powers debate the terms of any potential peace agreement in the region.
The international community continues to closely monitor the evolving situation, with Ukraine’s future in NATO remaining a contentious issue in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Image: US President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 20, 2025. (Jim Watson/AFP via Getty Images)
