Talks aimed at securing a lasting peace in Ukraine have faced renewed setbacks following a surprise agreement between two world leaders to resume oil exports, a move that has reignited tensions and complicated diplomatic efforts. The deal, brokered without prior consultation with Ukraine’s allies, has left mediators questioning whether key issues—including territorial control and security guarantees—can be resolved without deeper divisions resurfacing. Analysts warn that the sudden shift in energy policy may undermine trust in ongoing negotiations, as Ukraine’s demands for international support clash with broader geopolitical calculations. With both sides now navigating shifting priorities, observers fear the momentum toward a negotiated settlement could stall amid fresh uncertainties.
Ukraine Peace Talks Sputter After Trump and Putin Strike Fuel Deal The New York Times
