Can Russia Still Save Assad in Syria?
NewsweekDEC 9 2024
Trump Says Zelenskyy Ready for 'Peace' in Ukraine
Above: French Pres. Emmanuel Macron (C), US Pres.-elect Donald Trump (2nd R) and Ukrainian Pres. Volodymyr Zelenskyy (2nd L) pose after their meeting at the Élysée Palace in Paris, France, on Dec. 7, 2024. Image copyright: Mustafa Yalcin/Anadolu/Contributor via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Trump narrative
This ridiculous war has gone on for too long and should not have started in the first place. Zelenskyy has recognized that and under Trump's leadership, a fair and lasting peace will be achieved.
Pro-Ukraine narrative
We all want this war to end as soon as possible — but peace must be achieved through strength. That means alongside firm security guarantees, Ukraine needs commitments on EU and NATO membership.