The ongoing assaults highlighted the gap between the diplomatic narrative and the realities on the ground, underscoring that a cease-fire or concrete halt in hostilities remained far from agreed. At points, Trump interspersed reflections on the war with references to his past domestic grievances, including repeated mentions of the 2020 election “hoax” and the Russia investigation, framing himself as a central figure in both past and current global affairs. Analysts noted that while the 20-point framework and Trump’s “95%” characterization sounded promising, the lack of a formal cease-fire and ongoing attacks by Russia cast significant doubt on how close the two sides truly were to an agreement.
Author: CK Smith
Published at: 2025-12-28 23:22:32
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