New Delhi, Agency
In a week marked by intense diplomatic maneuvering, US President Donald Trump boldly stepped back onto the global stage, achieving what many considered improbable: a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
With this breakthrough, Trump is now channeling his efforts towards another entrenched conflict: The war between Russia and Ukraine. The question that naturally arises is whether the framework that brought relative calm to the Middle East can serve as a model for peace in Eastern Europe.
Trump’s success in brokering a ceasefire in Gaza was historic. Engaging with key regional powers: Israel, Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and others, he urged a collective move away from “old feuds and bitter hatreds.” The resultant agreement, which includes the release of hostages and significant military concessions, stands as a testament to the potential of sustained, high-level dialogue backed by decisive diplomacy. It ended with Trump declaring, “At long last, we have peace in the Middle East,” a statement few dared to envision just weeks prior.
This achievement sets a compelling precedent. The Middle East conflict involved a complex web of 59 countries, yet a consensus was reached. If such a multifaceted crisis could find a pathway to peace, then the Ukraine conflict, though deeply entrenched and fraught with animosity, should not be beyond resolution. Trump’s recent talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy underscore a critical moment. Both leaders acknowledge the “tremendous bad blood” between them, but Trump remains optimistic that this can be overcome to forge a lasting peace.
Zelenskyy’s endorsement of Trump’s mediation efforts is particularly noteworthy. The Ukrainian president recognises US President’s skill in managing ceasefires and hopes this momentum could translate into an end to the devastating conflict in his homeland. For Ukraine, this represents a “big chance,” and for the world, an opportunity to witness diplomacy triumph over warfare.
The path ahead will undoubtedly be challenging. Unlike the Middle East, where regional powers shared a vested interest in peace, the Russia-Ukraine conflict is deeply personal and politically charged. Yet, Trump’s declaration that the peace must be “everlasting” resonates with a universal longing for durable solutions rather than temporary ceasefires.
The international community should watch closely. If Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan can be adapted to Ukraine’s unique circumstances, it could signal a new era of conflict resolution, one where dial
ogue supersedes division, and peace is not just a fleeting hope but a tangible reality.
In an age where global conflicts often seem intractable, this week’s developments remind us that bold leadership and unwavering diplomacy can still light the way forward. The world waits to see if this blueprint for peace can indeed cross continents and end the bloodshed in Ukraine as it did in Gaza.
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