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Your donation makes it possible for us to keep doing this vital work, keeping you informed every step of the way leading up to the November election. As we face the possibility of Donald Trump or Joe Biden occupying the White House in January, the stakes for Ukraine’s future could not be higher. This adds a new level of intrigue to the recent meeting between UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and President Biden, where they discussed Ukraine policy.
However, with Biden announcing his decision to not seek re-election and potentially being replaced by Trump, who has expressed a desire to cut off aid to Ukraine and potentially withdraw from NATO, the situation becomes even more uncertain. On the other hand, Democratic nominee Kamala Harris has reaffirmed America’s commitment to Ukraine if she is elected.
During their meeting, Starmer and Biden discussed the possibility of allowing Ukraine to use British-built Storm Shadow missiles to target Russian forces deep within their territory. While Starmer could authorize the use of these missiles, he cannot give consent for the targeting data needed for such strikes, as it is controlled by the US Department of Defense.
Although Secretary of State Antony Blinken has suggested a potential change in policy, White House spokesperson John Kirby stated that no decision was expected during the meeting. However, Starmer hinted at the possibility of a change in policy during the portion of the meeting open to the press.