What Trump’s midterms debacle could mean for US support for Ukraine
Summary
Democrats’ victory in the U.S. midterm elections could open the way for more congressional support for Ukraine, but it is unlikely to bring an immediate change in U.S. policy. President Donald Trump retains significant control over foreign policy, while Ukraine and European officials await the outcome of planned U.S.-mediated talks with Russia.Key Facts
- Democrats won a sweeping victory in the midterm elections and gained control of Congress.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he hoped to secure more U.S. funding and defense aid.
- Democratic lawmakers may push for renewed U.S. support for Ukraine and sanctions on Russia, but their ability to change policy is limited by the president’s foreign policy powers.
- Trump said a deal to end the war was close and could involve all of Europe.
- U.S.-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine were scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi the following week.
- The European Union said substantial work remained and that the EU would decide matters affecting its security.
- Ukrainians interviewed by FRANCE 24 were cautiously optimistic but did not expect a drastic, immediate shift in U.S. policy.
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