Trump Criticizes U.S. Support for Ukraine, Vows to Settle Issue if Reelected
ICARO Media Group
Former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with the extent of U.S. support for Ukraine over the weekend. Speaking at a campaign rally in Detroit, Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, labeling him as the "greatest salesman of all time" for continuously pushing for U.S. assistance in defending Ukraine against Russian aggression.
Trump specifically pointed out that Zelenskyy had recently secured $60 billion in aid, but upon returning home, requested an additional $60 billion. Trump expressed frustration, stating, "It never ends." However, he assured his supporters that if he is reelected in November, he would swiftly resolve the issue before assuming the presidency.
Concerns have been raised by Ukraine's Western allies that Trump's potential reelection might result in a reduction of U.S. support. To address these concerns, the Biden administration recently extended long-term security guarantees to Ukraine. In addition to this, Congress also approved over $60 billion in aid to Ukraine back in April.
Last week, NATO countries took steps towards assuming the responsibility of coordinating military aid to Ukraine, in what is seen as an attempt to safeguard this support regardless of the U.S. political landscape. This move is widely considered an effort to "Trump-proof" the Ukraine Defense Contact Group.
Adding to the ongoing efforts to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris announced a $1.5 billion aid package focused primarily on the energy sector and humanitarian assistance during a two-day Ukraine peace summit held in Switzerland. This aid package aims to provide much-needed support to Ukraine's ongoing challenges.
As the race for the U.S. election intensifies, Trump's criticism of U.S. support for Ukraine underscores the importance of continued assistance to ensure Ukraine's stability amidst Russian aggression. The outcome of the upcoming election will undoubtedly have implications for the future of U.S.-Ukraine relations, and the international community will closely monitor the developments in this regard.