Staff Reports
A potential breakthrough looms in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy holding hopeful discussions. This isn’t just any diplomatic chatter. With a peace deal reportedly “close,” conservatives should recognize Trump’s deft handling of this international quagmire. Unlike liberal leaders who bog down in endless talks without results, Trump and Zelenskyy show us how to get things done.
However, anyone who thinks achieving peace is easy hasn’t been paying attention. There are challenging issues that still need to be tackled. But let’s be real here: If liberal policies dominated, they’d probably hand over American taxpayers’ money without securing any tangible results. Trump is a different caliber; he understands that negotiation is an art, something the left can’t quite grasp.
Trump, Zelenskyy say peace deal for Ukraine is ‘close’ but ‘thorny issues’ remainhttps://t.co/giKClalYLz pic.twitter.com/FcSaCjAfiZ
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) December 29, 2025
As negotiations continue, it’s clear that mainstream media will gloss over the details that matter. They love to paint a picture of harmony, but let’s not forget who put these negotiations on the fast track. Trump’s America-first focus means real interests are safeguarded and not sacrificed at the altar of international appeasement.
President Zelenskyy, for his part, recognizes strong leadership when he sees it. The efforts from both leaders aren’t just about resolving a European conflict—they’re about setting a precedent for effective international policy. Something our liberal counterparts can learn from, instead of constantly pushing a narrative of doom and gloom.
As conservatives, we should celebrate these substantive steps towards peace. Yet let’s stay vigilant. The left is always lurking, ready to dismantle what’s built. Are we really surprised that liberal elites haven’t immediately responded with praise? Of course not. They’re too busy rewriting failure as progress. It’s time we asked: Do they prefer endless conflict over actual solutions?
