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Trump's Win: Uncertainty for Ukraine
Analysis of the potential implications of Donald Trump's second presidency on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, encompassing reactions from Ukrainian officials, citizens, and experts.
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Volodymyr ZelenskyyDonald TrumpVladimir PutinJd VanceJoe Biden
- What was Zelenskyy's reaction to Trump's election victory?
- Zelenskyy congratulated Trump on his election victory, recalling their previous meeting and discussion on ending Russian aggression. However, concerns arose in Ukraine regarding potential consequences of a Trump presidency, especially concerning US military aid.
- What are the views of ordinary Ukrainians regarding Trump's election?
- Various Ukrainian citizens expressed different opinions on Trump's election. Some feared negative consequences, while others hoped for a swift end to the war through a Trump-brokered peace deal. There's a spectrum of opinions, from cautious optimism to deep concern.
- What are the potential terms of a peace deal discussed, and what is Zelenskyy's stance?
- A potential "peace deal" involving territorial concessions to Russia has been discussed. Zelenskyy has firmly rejected such proposals. He has emphasized that a military defeat imposed by Trump would have severe consequences for the US and Trump himself.
- What are the potential consequences for Ukraine if US military aid is reduced or stopped?
- Without US military assistance, Ukraine could lose more ground in the ongoing conflict with Russia. Russia's foreign ministry stated its objectives remain unchanged, while Peskov mentioned that any policy reset would take time.
- What are the expert opinions on the impact of a Trump presidency on the Ukraine-Russia conflict?
- Experts like Lutsevych and Savill expressed concerns about a Trump presidency potentially benefiting Russia. Savill suggests Russia may press its military advantage, and a quick Trump-brokered deal might not bode well for continued US support for Ukraine.