Ukraine must decide whether to continue the fight or to initiate negotiations, according to Blinken.

Blinken stated this in an interview with MSNBC Morning.

At the same time, he acknowledged that the "fundamental question" is whether Russia will agree to peace talks and whether it will conduct them "in good faith."

If Ukraine engages in negotiations, the administration of current U.S. President Joe Biden must provide Ukraine and the new administration of Donald Trump with "the best possible leverage to secure the strongest agreement possible."

According to Blinken, this means strengthening Ukraine's position by ensuring it has funds, munitions, and mobilized personnel. He believes that "it would be good" if "everything comes down to a ceasefire." However, it is essential to ensure that Russia does not rearm and attack Ukraine again in a few years.

"It (Ukraine — ed.) has not been erased from the map. That is what Putin wanted to do. […] It can stand firmly on its own in military, economic, and democratic terms. This is the best possible reproach to Putin. And I know that President Trump will want to secure a good agreement in the future," says the Secretary of State.

Biden's Actions Before Leaving Office

On November 17, the New York Times, citing American officials, reported that U.S. President Joe Biden allowed Ukrainian forces to use long-range ATACMS missiles to strike Russian territory. Later, the U.S. State Department officially confirmed this authorization from Joe Biden.

The American president also allegedly approved the transfer of anti-personnel mines to Ukraine amid concerns over the rapid advance of Russian troops in the eastern part of the country, according to the Washington Post.

Additionally, the Biden administration submitted a request to Congress to cancel nearly half of Ukraine's debt for economic aid — approximately $4.65 billion.

The team of current U.S. President Joe Biden has assured that it is committed to doing everything necessary for Ukraine to be able to fight in the coming year when Donald Trump enters the White House.