Davutoglu added in an interview with the Russian “Novosti” agency: “There may be a surprise before the end of the year. The West is practicing its diplomacy behind the scenes, and we should not be surprised if the United States takes an initiative to start negotiations before the end of the year.”
According to what he said, these negotiations are expected to begin in the worst case at the beginning of 2025, in the period between January and February.
US President-elect Donald Trump, commenting earlier on the prospects for contacts with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, expressed his belief that there will be a dialogue between them.
During the election campaign for the Republican president-elect, Trump repeatedly stated that he would reach a peaceful solution to the Ukrainian crisis even before his inauguration.
Former Pentagon advisor Douglas McGregor said on Saturday that US President-elect Donald Trump realizes that Russia has won the Ukrainian conflict.
He pointed out that Trump must also understand that his plans to resolve the Ukrainian conflict may not go the way he wants, because it is important when making decisions to take into account Moscow’s position.
Last Thursday, Bloomberg reported in a report that, “If Trump stops supplying the Kiev regime with military aid in the form of tanks, missile launchers, and air defense systems, and fails to use his influence to force Russia to end the conflict, Ukraine will inevitably face the possibility of defeat.”
The Wall Street Journal also reported, citing sources, that people close to Trump proposed freezing the conflict in Ukraine, creating a demilitarized zone along the front line, and supplying it with new weapons in exchange for Kiev’s promise not to temporarily join NATO.
Russian President Vladimir Putin previously set the conditions for resolving the conflict in Ukraine, including the withdrawal of Kiev’s armed forces from Donbass and Novorossiya, Kiev’s refusal to join NATO, the lifting of Western sanctions on Russia, the establishment of a neutral state, and keeping Ukraine free of nuclear weapons.
Source: Novosti
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**Interview with Professor Ahmet Davutoglu on Upcoming US Diplomacy Initiatives**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Professor Davutoglu. You recently mentioned an intriguing possibility regarding US diplomacy in your interview with the Russian “Novosti” agency. Can you elaborate on what you meant by a potential “surprise before the end of the year”?
**Davutoglu:** Thank you for having me. What I meant is that the current geopolitical climate is ripe for unexpected developments. The West, particularly the United States, is reportedly engaging in behind-the-scenes diplomacy, and it wouldn’t be shocking to see an initiative emerge before the year concludes. This could pave the way for negotiations that have long been anticipated.
**Editor:** You also suggested that if no initiative occurs by year-end, we might see negotiations start as early as January or February of 2025. What factors are driving this timeline?
**Davutoglu:** The factors influencing this timeline are multifaceted—domestic political considerations in the US, evolving international relations, and pressing global issues that require collaboration. The shift in leadership with President-elect Donald Trump could also catalyze a reevaluation of current strategies, making the early months of 2025 pivotal.
**Editor:** Speaking of President Trump, how do you see his approach influencing these potential negotiations?
**Davutoglu:** President Trump’s leadership style tends to focus on bold, sometimes unconventional positions. While this could lead to challenges, it might also create opportunities for breakthroughs in traditional diplomatic processes, especially if he aims to distinguish his administration from the past.
**Editor:** Lastly, what should the international community be watching for as we approach this timeframe you’ve mentioned?
**Davutoglu:** The international community should closely monitor any signs of dialogue actively taking shape, especially within the context of the US’s relationships with its allies and adversaries. Developments in key regions, such as the Middle East and Eastern Europe, could also signal whether we are truly on the brink of significant negotiations.
**Editor:** Thank you, Professor Davutoglu, for sharing your insights with us today. It will be interesting to see how the scenario unfolds as we approach the end of the year and into 2025.
**Davutoglu:** Thank you for having me. It certainly is an important time for global diplomacy.
