Former President Donald Trump announced that he would meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump Tower in New York, despite not initially being expected to do so. Trump criticized the U.S. aid to Ukraine, pointing out that Europe contributes far less money even though they are geographically closer to Russia. Zelenskyy recently met with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, with Biden announcing nearly $8 billion in new support for Ukraine.
The visit highlighted the Democratic Party’s strong support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, with Trump’s possible election victory potentially impacting this relationship. During a September debate, Trump dodged questions about wanting Ukraine to win the war, instead stating he wanted the war to stop. Zelenskyy and Harris have met multiple times, with both expressing support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and security.
Harris criticized those in the U.S. pushing for Ukraine to give up territory and accept neutrality, comparing these proposals to those of Russian President Vladimir Putin. She emphasized that such demands are not for peace but for surrender, which she deemed dangerous and unacceptable. The meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy comes amid a tense political climate and potential shifts in U.S.-Ukraine relations.
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