(RightIsRight.co) – Committed to resolving international conflicts through negotiation rather than endless military aid, President Trump shocked Democrats by considering easing sanctions on Russia to end the Ukraine war.
The White House has directed the State and Treasury Departments to compile options for lifting restrictions on Russian individuals, entities, and oligarchs.
The Biden administration’s approach to Russia consisted of harsh sanctions and billions in military aid to Ukraine with no clear endgame.
This time, Trump’s administration is now looking at creative solutions to end the devastating conflict.
This new direction represents a significant shift in American foreign policy, prioritizing diplomatic engagement over confrontation.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hinted at this strategy change in February, telling Bloomberg Television that Russia could see sanctions relief depending on its approach to negotiations.
President Trump himself confirmed last week that easing sanctions remained an option, demonstrating his willingness to use economic incentives to achieve peace.
Under the previous administration, relations between Washington and Moscow deteriorated to dangerous levels.
The Kremlin accurately described those relations as “below zero” during Biden’s tenure, as his administration imposed punishing sanctions while funneling American taxpayer dollars into the Ukrainian war effort with little accountability.
Some sanctions relief measures could be implemented through executive order, giving President Trump flexibility to reward positive Russian actions without waiting for a gridlocked Congress.
However, former Treasury Department officials noted that lifting certain sanctions would require Congressional approval, highlighting the complex web of restrictions that have accumulated since Russia annexed Crimea in 2014.
European allies are understandably nervous about America’s new approach. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen insisted it’s “too early” to discuss lifting sanctions.
Moreover, President Putin has signaled Russia’s interest in economic cooperation, particularly regarding rare earth metals development.
While negotiations are still in preliminary stages, and no final decisions have been made, this pragmatic approach could yield dividends for American interests while reducing global tensions.
President Trump’s recent meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky demonstrated the stark contrast between Trump’s businesslike approach to foreign policy and the previous administration’s blank-check mentality.
When Zelensky refused to negotiate in good faith, Trump stood firm rather than continuing the failed policies that have cost American taxpayers billions while prolonging the conflict.
The establishment media predictably framed these developments as “concessions” to Russia rather than strategic diplomacy.
Yet, Americans understand that ending wars through negotiation saves lives and preserves American resources for challenges that threaten national security.
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