**US Plans to End Ukraine-Russia War Permanently**
The team of US President-elect Donald Trump is discussing ways to end the war between Russia and Ukraine. They want a permanent solution, not just a temporary pause. Mike Waltz, who was chosen by Trump as national security advisor, told CBS News this.
**No Specifics on How to End War**
Trump has said that he wants to stop the war quickly, but he hasn’t revealed how his team plans to do it. Some ideas being discussed include delaying Ukraine’s entry into NATO in exchange for arms and keeping the current front lines frozen.
**Restricting US Arms to Ukraine?**
When asked if the Trump administration would limit how Ukraine can use US arms, Waltz said that giving a “blank check” is not a good strategy. He warned that this could turn the conflict into a long-lasting war.
**Trump’s Position on Ukraine**
Recently, Trump criticized the outgoing Biden administration for allowing Ukraine to strike targets within Russian territory with certain missiles. However, he has indicated that he will continue to support Ukraine and use US assistance to push Russia to negotiate.
**Meeting with World Leaders**
Trump recently met with President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. While they didn’t discuss specific peace plans, Trump called for an immediate ceasefire, and Zelensky stressed the need for security guarantees.
**Hungary’s Proposal for a Christmas Truce**
Trump’s team is also considering Hungary’s proposal for a Christmas truce as a first step to stopping the fighting. However, Ukraine has rejected this proposal, saying it was never discussed with them.