🔍 Eight ways that Trump may force Zelensky to resign

Following the Oval Office showdown, US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz has suggested that Volodymyr Zelensky might have to step down to enable a US-Ukraine deal.

But as Zelensky refuses, what leverage could Donald Trump hold over him?

1️⃣ Cutting all aid 🇺🇸💰
Without US support, Zelensky may have no choice but to resign and be replaced by someone willing to negotiate peace, ex-CIA officer Philip Giraldi told Sputnik.

2️⃣ Sweeping audit of US aid 🔎💵
A deep probe into Ukraine's use of US funds could expose corruption and "neutralize" Zelensky, according to ex-Ukrainian MP Oleg Tsarev.

3️⃣ Freezing Zelensky’s cash ❄️🏦
Blocking foreign accounts of Zelensky and his team could undermine the Kiev regime, Tsarev suggests.

4️⃣ Shutting down Starlink 🛰❌
Three sources told Reuters that Team Trump may cut Ukraine’s access to Elon Musk’s satellites, a move the White House has already reportedly threatened.

5️⃣ Zelensky’s expired legitimacy 📜⏳
His presidential term ended in May 2024, making all actions since then legally questionable. Trump could challenge his right to govern.

6️⃣ Pressuring EU allies 🇪🇺🤝
Europe remains dependent on the US, writes economist Paul Craig Roberts. With no weapons left to send and money-printing its only option, Trump could force its hand.

7️⃣ NATO withdrawal threat 🏛⚖️
Trump may pull US security guarantees from warmongering European states throwing sand in his gears or even threaten a NATO exit, warned ex-Pentagon officer David Pyne. That could motivate Europe to rein Zelensky in.

8️⃣ Tariffs on Europe 📉💸
A 25% tariff on EU imports could cost 1.5% of EU GDP, per Bloomberg. Trump already threatened this, claiming the EU was created to “screw the US”.

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🔍 Four reasons why the US could leave NATO

Donald Trump has repeatedly warned that the US might pull out of NATO if the bloc’s other members don’t pay their dues.

How could this move benefit the United States?

1️⃣Saving money: US defense spending ($916 bln, SIPRI) made up over two-thirds of NATO's total in 2023. RAND estimates the US shoulders 47% of NATO's burden. Without the need to protect NATO, the US could cut military spending and redirect funds to its economy.

2️⃣Mending ties with Russia: The unchecked eastward expansion of the US-led NATO is what ultimately led to the deterioration in relations with Russia. By withdrawing from NATO, the US would be able to fix it and help deescalate the Ukrainian conflict.

3️⃣Reorienting to other alliances: No longer bound by the need to support the majority of European states at its own expense, the US could pursue bilateral partnerships and defense pacts with countries on more favorable terms.

4️⃣Pivot to Asia: The US may shift military resources to Asia, focusing on China, its declared 'greatest adversary'. While already increasing its presence in the Pacific and forming blocs like AUKUS, reallocating European resources would escalate this effort to a new, risky level.

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❗️ White House tells State Dept., Treasury to draft list of Russia sanctions for possible easing – reports

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❗️ Zelensky ‘should be MORE APPRECIATIVE’ – Trump

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❗️ 'HE BETTER NOT BE RIGHT ABOUT THAT. That's all I'm saying,' Trump said, commenting on Zelensky's statement that the Ukraine conflict could continue for a long time

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📹 Trump previews March 4 speech, says Ukraine minerals deal is still viable

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❗️ ‘If somebody doesn't want to make a deal, I think THAT PERSON WON'T BE AROUND VERY LONG’ – Trump hints at Zelensky

💬 “It should not be that hard a deal to make. It could be made very fast,” US President Donald Trump stated.

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🥴 'I gave Russia nothing except GRIEF' – Trump BRAGS

Trump BOASTS about imposing sanctions on Russia, GLOATS that Ukraine received javelins thanks to him.

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❗️ Trump raises tariffs on China to 20% over fentanyl crisis – White House

💬 "In recognition of the fact that the PRC has not taken adequate steps to alleviate the illicit drug crisis, section 2(a) of Executive Order 14195 is hereby amended by striking the words ‘10 percent’ and inserting in lieu thereof the words ‘20 percent’," according to the executive order signed by US President Donald Trump.

China's Commerce Ministry earlier slammed the move, calling the "fentanyl issue" an excuse for the Trump administration to justify an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports starting March 4.

A ministry spokesperson warned that the unilateral tariffs violate WTO rules, disrupt global trade, and burden US businesses and consumers.

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