In his final days in office, President Biden is expected to use his influence to convince both former President Trump and Congress that the US should not abandon Ukraine, as doing so would lead to more instability in Europe. However, signals from Trump’s inner circle have raised concerns about future US support, with Senator Bill Hagerty suggesting that America’s sovereignty should be protected before spending resources on another nation.
Meanwhile, NATO officials are considering potential moves towards Ukraine’s membership, but caution against speeding this action without coordination with allies. This decision is complex due to the need for alliance-wide consensus and could set a precedent difficult for Trump to ignore.
The European perspective on US support for Ukraine has become increasingly uncertain under Trump’s leadership, which has led some officials to speculate that Europe will be expected to take on more of the responsibility for supporting Ukraine.
Experts warn that the next few weeks are critical in putting Ukraine in a strong position before any future deal may try to freeze the war on current lines. The Biden administration‘s legacy and Ukraine’s ability to maintain its defensive capabilities through 2025 and beyond hang in the balance, making these final decisions crucial.
Key points:
* President Biden is expected to convince Trump and Congress not to abandon Ukraine.
* Signals from Trump’s inner circle raise concerns about future US support.
* NATO officials consider potential moves towards Ukraine’s membership but caution against speeding this action.
* Europe may be expected to take on more responsibility for supporting Ukraine under a Trump administration.
* The next few weeks are critical in putting Ukraine in a strong position before any future deal.
Sources:
* euromaidanpress.com
* Various European officials and international analysts.