The text discusses the challenges faced by President Trump in trying to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. Initially confident, Trump has realized that ending the war is more complex and time-consuming than he anticipated. Factors contributing to the slow progress include misjudgments about diplomacy, Putin's resistance, the complexity of the conflict, and the US's focus on economic benefits over immediate ceasefire. Despite some efforts, negotiations have not yielded quick results. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)