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In Trump's recent maneuvering, he has introduced a series of diplomatic and economic tactics designed to counter not only Ukrainian influence but also to recalibrate U.S. involvement in European affairs. His decision to cut military support signals a new commitment to disengage from longstanding alliances that do not serve American interests.
The proposed trade-offs—such as the reported mineral agreement with Ukraine—highlight a strategic pivot. Trump’s call for Zelenskyy to choose between existing agreements with the UK and new terms with the U.S. places him in a position of power, reinforcing the idea that the U.S. will dictate terms from here on out.