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This tactic ties back to a fundamental negotiation rule taught to lawyers and businesspeople: the willingness to walk away is key to winning. By demonstrating readiness to exit a deal if conditions aren’t favorable, a negotiator gains power and sets the tone for meaningful concessions.
The Ukraine War: A Geopolitical Chess Match
The discussion further explored the Ukrainian conflict, suggesting that while the U.S. and Europe are deeply invested, the core responsibility lies with Ukraine, with backroom negotiations often determining the public stance. Trump’s approach hints at a perceived diminishing patience with Putin’s tactics; if negotiations stall, he’s ready to escalate secondary sanctions against Russia—precisely what Putin would prefer to avoid.