Trump and Putin: Showdown in the desert - peace at all costs?

Trump and Putin: Showdown in the desert - peace at all costs?

Riad, Saudi-Arabien - In a surprising turn, the fate of Ukraine could soon choose in Saudi Arabia. US President Donald Trump and Kremlin boss Vladimir Putin have announced that they are negotiating peace negotiations to end the Ukraine War in Riyadh. This historical encounter could be the first major step to end a conflict that lasted almost three years, because as Trump confirmed, Saudi Arabia is a "very good place" for the meeting, since both leaders maintain close relationships with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This was reported by the New York Times .

geopolitical importance of negotiations

The meeting, which is called "showdown in the desert", could have deeper geopolitical implications. Saudi Arabia, under the leadership of Mohammed Bin Salman, has established itself as an important player in international negotiations and is a mediator in the Ukraine conflict. In the meantime, the situation is worried about Europe, since neither the EU nor Ukraine have been involved in the talks, which raises questions about possible "deals" without security guarantees for Ukraine. In the meantime, the negotiations could also symbolize an approximation between Riad, Moscow and Washington, while Europe and Ukraine are apparently pushed into the audience role, so the Krone .

It remains to be seen whether the talks can actually make progress in relation to the Ukraine War or whether they only reflect the power game between the big global actors. The possibility of a Trump-Putin deal could mean a termination of the conflict, but the question remains whose costs. Mohammed bin Salman uses this opportunity to stage Saudi Arabia as an indispensable global player and further expand its diplomatic role, while pressure on Europe and Ukraine is increasing.