Vice President’s Verdict: Ukraine and Russia Must Find Their Own Path to Peace

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance sees no near end to the war in Ukraine. In an interview with Fox News, he made it clear that the conflict cannot be resolved externally.

According to Vance, the responsibility now lies squarely with the warring parties themselves:

“It’s now up to the Russians and Ukrainians, now that each side knows the other’s conditions for peace,” he stated, emphasizing that the U.S. is no longer the driving force behind any agreement.

This marks a shift in the American approach — from active mediator to more of an observer.

The war, now well into its third year, appears set to continue without direct U.S. pressure for resolution.

Rubio Warns: U.S. May Step Away from the Negotiating Table

Vice President Vance’s message is echoed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who also spoke to Fox News.

He raised the possibility that the United States could withdraw from its role as mediator altogether if negotiations don’t soon move forward.

“They’ve gotten closer, but they’re still far apart,” Rubio said, referring to the diplomatic positions of Kyiv and Moscow.

His remarks cast doubt on the more optimistic promises made by President Donald Trump during his campaign.

Trump’s Promises of Quick Peace Still Unfulfilled

President Trump has repeatedly claimed he could end the war swiftly — even on his first day in office. As recently as a few days ago, he predicted a peace deal could be reached “within two weeks.” But over 100 days into his second term, no agreement has materialized.

Instead, concern is growing that the U.S. may be reconsidering its role entirely. Trump previously suggested the country might withdraw as mediator if talks don’t progress soon.

Economic Deal Points to New U.S. Interests

While diplomacy remains stalled, the U.S. and Ukraine have reached a new agreement on mineral extraction.

According to a press release from the U.S. Treasury, the deal is described as a joint “reconstruction fund” intended to boost Ukraine’s economy while also advancing American security interests.

Trump himself presented the deal as a victory:

“We made a deal today where we’re theoretically getting much more than the 350 billion,” he said in a phone interview with NewsNation.

However, Ukrainian Economy Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko emphasized that Ukraine alone determines what minerals and resources can be extracted and where.

She described the agreement as a balanced partnership, with neither side holding dominant decision-making power.

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