Trump Urges Ukraine to 'Make a Deal,' Not a Stand
CBS News dutifully reported that Donald Trump, after meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, urged both Ukraine and Russia to 'stop the killing, and make a DEAL!' (CBS News). This framing suggests an equal footing, as if Ukraine wasn't invaded, but merely engaged in a disagreeable squabble. It conveniently ignores the context of unprovoked aggression, reducing a war of territorial
conquest to a simple real estate negotiation. One might wonder if former President Trump would offer similar 'deal' advice to a homeowner whose house was actively being plundered. This 'both sides' rhetoric echoes calls from those who prioritize quick-fix optics over accountability, often ignoring the very principles of national sovereignty being violated. The media often presents such statements
with a straight face, as if 'make a deal' is profound geopolitical wisdom, rather than a simplistic abdication of complex foreign policy responsibilities.