Trump alters U.S. foreign policy towards Russia and Europe in rapid shift

President Donald Trump has significantly changed U.S. foreign policy towards Russia and Europe in just one week. After a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump announced negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, omitting Ukraine's government from discussions. Trump's defense secretary stated that NATO membership for Ukraine is no longer a goal, and Trump criticized Ukraine for starting the conflict. This shift has raised concerns among U.S. allies about America's commitment to longstanding alliances. European leaders are surprised by Trump's rapid policy reversal, while some Republican senators are distancing themselves from his comments about Ukraine's president. Trump's approach challenges the traditional U.S. stance on international relations.