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Trump Promises to End Ukraine War in 24 Hours if Elected, Proposes Demilitarized Zones at Madison Square Garden

Oct 28, 2024, 01:16 PM

Donald Trump has outlined a plan to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing his intention to end the war if he wins the 2024 presidential election. Speaking to a crowd at Madison Square Garden, Trump stated, 'I will end the war in Ukraine.' His proposal includes freezing the conflict and reducing U.S. involvement while shifting the responsibility for peace guarantees to European nations. According to reports from the Financial Times, Trump's strategy may involve creating autonomous and demilitarized zones along the Ukrainian border and refraining from allowing Ukraine to join NATO. An unnamed advisor mentioned that this plan could resemble a rethinking of the Minsk Agreements, incorporating enforcement mechanisms for violations. Trump has claimed he could resolve the situation 'in 24 hours' and has made it clear that wrapping up the war is a top priority, potentially before he officially takes office in January 2025.