US President Donald Trump is facing an internal dilemma regarding Ukraine, where rare earth deposits worth $15 trillion are located. This issue complicates any potential cease-fire with Russia.
Historically, Lord Palmerston, a former UK foreign secretary and prime minister, stated that “we have no eternal allies, and we have no perpetual enemies.” He emphasized that countries’ interests are eternal and perpetual, suggesting that allegiance to specific nations is not always necessary.
Trump’s Ukraine push is further complicated by the country’s strategic location, which houses many key points of contention with Russia. A decision on whether to pursue a cease-fire or maintain ties with other European allies will have significant implications for global politics.
Source: https://www.haaretz.com/us-news/2025-02-18/ty-article/.premium/trumps-self-inflicted-ukraine-conflict-dismantle-the-european-alliance-or-ditch-putin/00000195-19eb-da7e-a1fd-99ff3ecf0000