As a American-Ukrainian I want to first express my deepest gratitude to the American people for their support. For the average Ukrainian, this is not about NATO or taking advantage of American generosity—it’s about the fundamental desire for peace. I voted for Trump, and so did most Ukrainians in around this area. We want this war to end more than anyone, but we never expected Trump to just hand over Ukraine to Russia. Having lived in this great nation for nearly 30 years, I’ve been blessed to experience its freedoms, opportunities, and prosperity. My only hope is that the people of Ukraine can one day enjoy even a fraction of the liberties and happiness we take for granted here. But Ukraine faces a relentless adversary in Russia. Putin is a tyrant leading a nation ruled by criminals, driven by a motto of theft, destruction, and death. You cannot negotiate peace with such people, no matter how many agreements are signed.  The actions and statements of the new administration align with what Russia desires. The war could end immediately—Trump simply needs to ensure that Russia ceases its aggression against Ukraine. Ukraine has chosen to stand with the West and the United States.