Summary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s proposal for a rapid peace deal with Russia, arguing it would lead to a “loss” for Ukraine.

Trump, who has repeatedly claimed he could resolve the war in 24 hours, aims for a quick end, but Zelenskyy insists that a rushed settlement would compromise Ukraine’s independence.

Speaking in Budapest, Zelenskyy also rejected Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s call for a cease-fire, citing failed attempts in 2014.

Additionally, he warned of North Korean troop involvement in Ukraine if Western allies don’t increase political pressure on Pyongyang.

  • neidu3@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    451·
    7 hours ago

    I often see the argument “Which part of your country would you be willing to cede in the name of peace?”

    Normally this would be a valid argument, but in trumps case, I’m sure he’d gladly cede California or some other blue state if it meant he gained something from it. He has no scruples or integrity, and thinks other heads of state are the same.

    • maplebar@lemmy.worldEnglish
      1·
      2 hours ago

      I’m pretty sure most of the blue states, California especially, would be happy to leave the union at this point. What’s in it for us?

    • unalivejoy@lemm.eeEnglish
      3·
      3 hours ago

      Dumb question, how would the electoral college be reallocated if a large state like California left?

      • InverseParallax@lemmy.worldEnglish
        81·
        7 hours ago

        I would gladly be willing to cede Alabama, Mississippi and Texas for peace.

        With a slightly growling Chihuahua I saw across the street.

        Or like, a baby kitten that wanted my ball of string.

        You know what? This conversation is concerning me, here, take my Texas, please!