Trump's patience is wearing thin on Russia-Ukraine war, ambassador says
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The embassy stated that Türkiye plays a role in the negotiations to end the war. However, Trump's patience is wearing thin, TRT Global reports, citing US Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack.
According to Barrack, Türkiye played a unique role in the negotiations that took place in Istanbul, as it has traditionally close ties with both Moscow and Kyiv.
This, the US Ambassador noted, allows it to remain a reliable mediator in the dialogue between the parties.
"Türkiye has a traditional cooperation with both Russia and Ukraine, which enables them to establish significant dialogue," Barrack said.
He also emphasized that Türkiye remains an important NATO ally, while at the same time maintaining broader influence in the region, particularly in Syria, as well as in the context of peace initiatives regarding Ukraine.
In this context, a US high-ranking official mentioned the personal relationship between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and US leader Donald Trump.
According to Barrack, these ties could serve as the foundation for strengthening the partnership between the two countries.
Furthermore, the US Ambassador also added that Trump's patience regarding the war between Russia and Ukraine is wearing thin.
Possible US withdrawal from negotiations
As previously reported, the US will consider abandoning peace negotiation efforts if Russia makes the wrong decision and continues the war in Ukraine.
The US representative emphasized that America would support the peace process if Russia and Ukraine were genuinely interested in peace. Specifically, the US will cooperate with both countries, as well as with the EU and the UN. This cooperation aims to achieve peace, starting with a ceasefire.
