Polish FM predicts 'New world order' following Russia-Ukraine peace agreement
US President-elect Donald Trump “cannot afford a catastrophic defeat” for Kiev, according to Radoslaw Sikorski. Read the full article at RT.com.
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US President-elect Donald Trump “cannot afford a catastrophic defeat” for Kiev, argued Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski.
In a recent interview with the TVN24 broadcaster, Sikorski discussed how the incoming Trump administration could influence American policy towards Ukraine and its implications for Europe. He suggested that a potential peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine could mirror the impact of the 1945 Potsdam Conference, which established the post-World War II geopolitical landscape.
Sikorski noted that “Potsdam-type decisions are in the air,” suggesting they “could establish a new international order for decades.” He drew parallels to the agreements made between the Soviet Union and the Western allies that resulted in the division of Europe and initiated an era of Cold War tensions.
As Poland has consistently supported Ukraine since the onset of conflict, Sikorski mentioned preparations for a “dramatic” EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting next week. “Massive decisions must be made, or will not be made, about whether we are ready to allocate real resources, for example frozen Russian assets, to support Ukraine,” he stated.
In addition, the foreign minister expressed that the Trump administration, while looking to resolve the conflict, faces significant pressure as it “cannot afford a catastrophic defeat for Ukraine.” He referenced the disorganized exit of US troops from Afghanistan in 2021, pointing out that “the perception of defeat in Afghanistan was a burden for the [Joe] Biden administration.”
Prior to the US presidential election, Trump had made bold claims regarding his ability to resolve the Ukraine conflict swiftly, and reports indicate that he is already working on shaping US policy.
According to The Wall Street Journal, one proposal under consideration involves Ukraine pausing its NATO aspirations and ceasing hostilities along the current front line. While Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has dismissed the idea of compromising on territories claimed by Ukraine, local media suggest he may face pressure to reach an agreement with Russia if urged by the US.
Moscow has continued to make progress on the battlefield, ruling out a freeze in hostilities but indicating openness to dialogue.
Emily Johnson contributed to this report for TROIB News
In a recent interview with the TVN24 broadcaster, Sikorski discussed how the incoming Trump administration could influence American policy towards Ukraine and its implications for Europe. He suggested that a potential peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine could mirror the impact of the 1945 Potsdam Conference, which established the post-World War II geopolitical landscape.
Sikorski noted that “Potsdam-type decisions are in the air,” suggesting they “could establish a new international order for decades.” He drew parallels to the agreements made between the Soviet Union and the Western allies that resulted in the division of Europe and initiated an era of Cold War tensions.
As Poland has consistently supported Ukraine since the onset of conflict, Sikorski mentioned preparations for a “dramatic” EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting next week. “Massive decisions must be made, or will not be made, about whether we are ready to allocate real resources, for example frozen Russian assets, to support Ukraine,” he stated.
In addition, the foreign minister expressed that the Trump administration, while looking to resolve the conflict, faces significant pressure as it “cannot afford a catastrophic defeat for Ukraine.” He referenced the disorganized exit of US troops from Afghanistan in 2021, pointing out that “the perception of defeat in Afghanistan was a burden for the [Joe] Biden administration.”
Prior to the US presidential election, Trump had made bold claims regarding his ability to resolve the Ukraine conflict swiftly, and reports indicate that he is already working on shaping US policy.
According to The Wall Street Journal, one proposal under consideration involves Ukraine pausing its NATO aspirations and ceasing hostilities along the current front line. While Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has dismissed the idea of compromising on territories claimed by Ukraine, local media suggest he may face pressure to reach an agreement with Russia if urged by the US.
Moscow has continued to make progress on the battlefield, ruling out a freeze in hostilities but indicating openness to dialogue.
Emily Johnson contributed to this report for TROIB News
