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U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested that Ukraine could emerge from its ongoing war with Russia looking significantly different from before, hinting at possible territorial changes as he expressed confidence that the conflict could soon come to an end.
Speaking during an interview with CBS News’ 60 Minutes on Sunday, November 8, Trump offered little detail about what a post-war Ukraine might look like but indicated that a peace agreement could involve changes to the country’s existing boundaries.
“I think we’re going to have it done, and I think it’s going to happen, and they’re going to end up with a little bit different shape,” Trump said.
His remarks suggest that any potential peace deal may come with difficult compromises for Ukraine, particularly regarding the territories occupied by Russian forces since the invasion began in February 2022. However, Trump did not clarify whether he was referring specifically to territorial concessions or broader political and geographical changes.
The U.S. president also blamed the personal tensions between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for complicating efforts to end the war. He maintained that his administration’s involvement remains central to bringing both sides to the negotiating table.
“I believe that that war is going to end, and it’s going to end soon, and the only reason it’s going to end is because of me,” Trump declared, while insisting that no American president had taken a tougher position against Russia than he had.
Trump further defended his approach to the conflict, including his position on Russian oil exports and military assistance to Ukraine. He explained that military equipment supplied to Kyiv is channelled through European allies, who purchase the weapons from the United States.
He also addressed reports of temporary restrictions on Ukraine’s access to Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service, saying he did not know who initiated the disruption but confirmed that access was eventually restored.
While Trump’s comments have renewed expectations of a possible diplomatic breakthrough, his suggestion that Ukraine could have a “different shape” after the war raises important questions about what peace might actually cost Kyiv.
For Ukraine, ending the fighting is only part of the challenge. Protecting its sovereignty, securing its future, and determining the fate of occupied territories remain critical issues that any lasting peace agreement will have to address.
“Sir Bartholomew White Ebe is a Lagos-based media personality, Music Artist, Producer, and a Relationship Coach and independent journalist. With over seven years of experience tracking political developments and cultural shifts in Nigeria, he specializes in local current affairs, grassroots politics, and community-driven reporting across Lagos State. As the founder and chief editor of Snow Multimedia Connect {SNOW TV}, he leads the editorial team to deliver verified, high-impact stories to digital audiences.”
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