Elected U.S. President Donald Trump expressed understanding for Russia’s position against Ukraine’s NATO membership, criticizing current President Joe Biden’s policy shift. Speaking at Mar-a-Lago, Trump stated he regrets not being able to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin before his inauguration. He suggested a potential timeline for resolving the Ukraine war, emphasizing the cost of human lives. Trump’s advisors generally oppose Ukraine’s NATO membership, while Ukrainian leaders continue to seek an invitation to join the alliance.