ZELENSKY Willing to QUIT! / Lt Col Daniel Davis

<p>The presentation discusses the political and geopolitical developments surrounding Ukraine, NATO, and the Trump administration’s stance on the ongoing conflict with Russia.</p><p><br /></p><p>Key Points:</p><ol><li><strong>Trump’s Position on NATO and Ukraine:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Trump and his administration, including National Security Adviser Waltz, have made it clear that Ukraine joining NATO is "off the table."</li><li>The U.S. will not commit to Article 5, meaning there will be no direct U.S. military intervention to defend Ukraine.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Zelensky’s Political Standing and Negotiation Strategy:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Trump’s team sees Zelensky as having no leverage in negotiations, especially given Ukraine’s dependence on U.S. aid.</li><li>Russia refuses to negotiate with Zelensky, viewing him as an illegitimate leader since he has exceeded his term without holding elections.</li><li>Trump has emphasized that Ukraine must hold elections and settle mineral resource deals for financial and military support.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Ukraine’s Economic Resources and U.S. Investment Interests:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>There is an estimated $2-3 trillion in mineral resources in Ukraine, including titanium and gallium.</li><li>The U.S. proposed a $500 billion investment deal, which Zelensky allegedly rejected, frustrating Trump and leading to strained relations.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Trump’s Warning to Zelensky:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Trump has criticized Zelensky, calling him a "modestly successful comedian" who "played Joe Biden like a fiddle."</li><li>He warned that Ukraine could lose everything if negotiations do not move forward.</li><li>Trump may withdraw all U.S. support, potentially forcing Ukraine to negotiate directly with Russia or rely solely on European allies.</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Implications for the War and Future of Ukraine:</strong></li></ol><ul><li>The war is nearing an end, either through a negotiated settlement or a disastrous collapse of Ukraine’s position due to lack of U.S. support.</li><li>European leaders, including Macron and potentially a new German chancellor, may need to step in if the U.S. pulls back.</li><li>Boris Johnson remains opposed to Trump's approach, continuing to support Ukraine unconditionally.</li></ul><p>Conclusion:</p><p>The presentation argues that Zelensky is in a weak position and must compromise if Ukraine is to survive. Trump’s administration is prioritizing ending the war on U.S. terms, with economic and strategic interests taking precedence over military support.</p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>