We're under no illusions that these guys are going to, you know, meet in the middle of a field, give each other a hug and sing Kumbaya. That's why we're engaged in the diplomacy that we are engaged in. We are optimistic that we can get to a point where both the Russians and the Ukrainians feel they've accomplished enough of what they need to bring the killing to a stop. That's what the President has set us out to do. All right, big stakes on both those topics. Now, let's end on a patriotic note. (15:41–15:52)
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Asserts optimism that a diplomatic resolution can satisfy both Russia and Ukraine to end the conflict.
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