Editorial: Le Monde

• Donald Trump has often expressed his wish for the Russian-imposed war on Ukraine to end.
• Trump's contradictory actions towards Russia have been evident.
• Despite threatening to provide Tomahawk missiles to Kiev, Trump backed away, citing low stocks and a desire to avoid an 'escalation'.
• Trump's decision to end the 'slaughter' and seek an agreement puts the aggressor and victim on the same footing.
• Trump's resistance to applying pressure on Putin has resulted in an inability to curb Russian aggression.
• Trump's sanction threats have largely remained hollow.

Conclusion: Trump's response to the Russia-Ukraine conflict is marked by indecision and resistance to exerting significant pressure on Russia.

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