China and US Compete to Be the Peacemaker in Ukraine

Ukrainian forces fire a BM-21 Grad multiple-launch rocket system toward Russian troops, on a front line in the Donetsk region of Ukraine on Feb. 23, 2025. Handout via Reuters/File Photo

Commentary

Ukraine’s acceptance of the United States’ peace deal instead of China’s would be a major win for U.S. national security, weakening Beijing’s influence and setting a precedent for future defense agreements.