Negotiations led by the Trump administration to resolve the Ukraine conflict are stalling, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio warning of a critical deadline. Although Ukraine supports a deal, Russia remains uncooperative, prompting Rubio to indicate potential withdrawal from talks. This reflects a classic Trump negotiating tactic to exert pressure and leverage during discussions. Concerns arise that a U.S. withdrawal could unravel the peace process and impact vital military and sanction support. Trump's historical negotiation philosophy emphasizes not appearing desperate to achieve deals, maintaining leverage over involved parties.
"We're not going to continue with this endeavor for weeks and months on end. We need to determine very quickly... whether or not this is doable in the next few weeks."
"The worst thing you can possibly do in a deal is seem desperate to make it. That makes the other guy smell blood, and then you're dead."
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