For the first time in three years, there’s real hope that peace could return to Europe, and it’s all thanks to the leadership now in the Oval Office. Speaking at a major conservative conference in Maryland, Vice President J.D. Vance pulled back the curtain on the ongoing negotiations with Russia and made it clear—President Donald Trump is determined to bring an end to the war in Ukraine.
“How are you going to end the war unless you’re talking to Russia?” Vance asked, shutting down critics who question engaging with Moscow. “You’ve got to talk to everybody involved in the fighting if you actually want to bring the conflict to a close. And I know the president does.”
Trump isn’t after a quick fix or a temporary truce—he wants lasting peace. “Peace is in the interest of Russia, it’s in the interest of Ukraine, it’s in the interest of Europe, but most importantly, peace is in the interest of the American people. And he’s going to fight for it for the remainder of his administration.”
Stronger Alliances, Not Blind Loyalty
Trump knows that alliances should be based on shared values, not blind loyalty. “President Donald Trump wants to build these alliances on common values. Yet in Europe, people are thrown in prison for speaking about border security, elections are annulled in Romania because elites fear the will of the people—how can we truly claim to be partners if we don’t stand for the same principles?” Vance pointed out.
Under Trump, America isn’t just writing blank checks to allies who refuse to stand up for their own security. “Germany’s entire defence is propped up by American taxpayers,” Vance noted. “There are many American soldiers stationed there. If we want to maintain strong alliances, we must lead our societies in the right direction.”
A New Approach to Peace
When it comes to Ukraine, Trump and Vance are taking a practical approach. “They say: ‘Why are you talking to Russia?’ Well, how are you going to end the war unless you’re talking to Russia?” Vance emphasized. Unlike past administrations that escalated tensions, this White House is keeping all options open to actually resolve the conflict.
For the first time in years, there’s a real opportunity to stop the bloodshed. “We’re on the verge of peace in Europe for the first time in three years because we have leadership from the Oval Office, which we haven’t had in four years,” Vance said.
This administration understands that peace doesn’t happen by accident—it takes strength, smart diplomacy, and a leader who puts America first. Unlike the Biden administration, which fueled tensions and dragged the U.S. into endless spending, Trump is working toward a real solution.
The Road Ahead
With Trump at the helm, the world is watching and hoping for a breakthrough. As negotiations continue, one thing is clear—this White House is serious about bringing peace and stability back to Europe while protecting American interests.
The conference where Vance made these statements is the largest conservative gathering in the world, and it holds significant weight in shaping political discourse globally. TV Republika, a prominent conservative media outlet, is an official partner of this prestigious event. Among the distinguished guests are President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and tech visionary Elon Musk.