Biden blasts Trump’s push for Ukraine to cede land to Russia, calling it “modern-day appeasement” and warning of risks to US alliances and global security.
Biden Warns of “Appeasement” as Trump Pressures Ukraine on Russia
A Sharp Rebuke in First Post-White House Interview
In his first major interview since leaving office, Joe Biden sharply criticized Donald Trump’s approach to the Ukraine conflict, labeling the push for Ukraine to surrender territory to Russia as “modern-day appeasement”. Speaking with the BBC in Delaware, Biden argued that conceding land would only embolden Vladimir Putin and undermine global security.
Biden’s Fears for US Alliances and Global Stability
Biden warned that Trump’s stance could fracture US-European relations, stating, “such a decline would alter the modern history of the world”. He expressed concern that European leaders may lose faith in America’s reliability if the US is seen as pressuring Ukraine to accept Russian demands.
Ukraine Peace Talks: Lines Drawn Over Territory
The Trump administration has recently floated proposals that would see Ukraine cede territory, including Crimea, to Russia as part of a peace deal. Biden rejected this approach, comparing it to failed attempts to appease dictators in the past and insisting, “anyone who believes Putin will stop if some territory is conceded is simply misguided”.
A Divided Response to Russia’s Invasion
While Trump argues that ending the war quickly is the priority, Biden maintains that the US must stand for “freedom, democracy, and opportunity-not confiscation”. He defended his own record of supporting Ukraine’s independence and readiness to act if Russia escalated further.
