Marco Rubio’s recent comments highlight growing frustration in Washington over the stalled peace talks aimed at resolving ongoing conflicts. It has been two months since Donald Trump reached out to Vladimir Putin, hoping to bring the situation to a quick end. Since that initial call, Trump’s team has engaged with both sides several times in various locations, but progress has been minimal.
One of the key agreements discussed was a 30-day ceasefire that was supposed to protect energy infrastructure. However, this ceasefire never officially started, and accusations of violations from both sides have surfaced. Now, that agreement seems to have vanished without any impact.
Additionally, there was talk of a maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea, but Russia has stated it will only participate if certain sanctions are lifted. This condition has further complicated the peace efforts.
Despite Trump’s hopes for a swift resolution, experts doubt he ever truly believed he could end the war in just 24 hours. Many believed he aimed for a quick win early in his presidency. There were suggestions of a ceasefire around Easter, but that seems increasingly unlikely.
Rubio’s threat to abandon the negotiations raises questions about the seriousness of the talks. Critics argue that Trump’s approach has favored Moscow while being tougher on Kyiv. As the conflict continues, Ukraine may face greater consequences if the war drags on.
For now, it appears that Russia is not overly worried about Rubio’s comments. The Kremlin seems to have separated its diplomatic relations with the U.S. from the ongoing war, suggesting that even if peace talks falter, Russia’s ties with the Trump administration may continue to strengthen.