One of Donald Trump’s advisors, Bryan Lanza, has issued a stark warning to Kyiv, stating that “Crimea is gone” and criticizing European allies and President Joe Biden for not providing enough support to Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. Lanza emphasized that Ukraine may need to make significant concessions as a result. The annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 has made the Black Sea region strategically important for Moscow. Lanza indicated that Trump’s priority is to end the war in Ukraine and will present a vision for peace to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. He stressed the importance of finding a realistic path to peace rather than focusing on reclaiming Crimea. Lanza praised the bravery of the Ukrainian Armed Forces but emphasized the need for honest dialogue and a focus on achieving peace. It is clear that the situation in Ukraine is complex and requires careful consideration to achieve a lasting resolution.
