The Guardian
Andrew Roth questions US negotiating strategy toward Russia and Ukraine
Andrew Roth criticizes the Trump administration’s approach to Russia and Ukraine. He describes Steve Witkoff meeting Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg to seek a deal over Russia’s seizure of Ukrainian territory. Roth portrays Washington’s strategy as combining strong pressure on Kyiv with flattery of the Kremlin, and challenges the US president’s favorable description of Moscow’s conduct regarding Ukraine.
What to know
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Steve Witkoff met Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg, seeking a deal concerning Russia’s seizure of territory in Ukraine.
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Andrew Roth criticizes pressure on Kyiv and flattery of Russia’s leader, alongside the US president’s favorable assessment of Moscow over Ukraine.
Why it matters
The commentary examines US diplomacy around negotiations over Ukrainian territory, and its criticism represents the author’s assessment.
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