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There's cautious optimism among supporters and analysts who believe Trump has the diplomatic acumen—knowing, as he famously wrote in "The Art of the Deal," how to achieve complicated negotiations. His track record includes fostering peace deals in turbulent regions, indicating that he could potentially bring the necessary leverage to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
However, the current atmosphere suggests that Putin might not be particularly receptive to Trump’s overtures. The question remains: can Trump skillfully persuade Putin to make meaningful concessions, or will the diplomatic effort falter?