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US President-elect Donald Trump will begin his second term in a more difficult international environment compared to his first term. This world has become more dangerous; there will be no place for vanity in it.

The Washington Post writes about this.

The publication recalls that during his first presidency, Trump focused on concluding personalized deals, working with autocrats. But the new world reality requires a more balanced and strategic approach.

The article names global challenges for Trump:

• War in Ukraine. The new president may face pressure to find a quick resolution to the conflict. However, his promises to make peace “in one day” are questionable, especially against the backdrop of harsh Russian demands. European allies are concerned that Trump may make concessions to Putin, including on Ukrainian territories, to reach an agreement.
• Middle East. The region remains unstable due to the situation in Iran, Syria and the conflicts in Gaza. Despite Israel’s efforts to strengthen its military position, it continues to face international criticism.
• Geopolitical axis of autocrats: Russia, China, Iran and North Korea are creating a bloc of opposition to the West, and modern autocrats are becoming less inclined to short-term agreements.
• NATO. Trump, who has criticized European NATO allies for insufficient funding, may now become more cautious. His second term raises concerns about possible changes in US policy towards the alliance.

What strategies can you expect from Trump:

• Question about Russia. Trump may try to resume face-to-face talks with Putin, but the Russian leader, focused on long-term goals of restoring the country’s position, is becoming increasingly less willing to compromise.
• China and North Korea. Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un, who already have experience interacting with Trump, may pose new challenges due to tensions in the geopolitical arena.

Foreign policy experts say Trump enters his second term better equipped to shape world events. However, as Chatham House’s Robin Niblett has pointed out, in a more dangerous world, the cost of mistakes can be much higher.

Let us recall that “Cursor” wrote that, according to CDU Security Speaker Rudolf Kiesewetter, a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin could take place in March.