Ukraine-Krieg: Fünf Indizien für Trumps größer werdende Distanz zur Ukraine
Während der US-Präsident Kreml-Chef Putin hofiert, boykottiert er Selenskyj. Die Haltung Trumps irritiert nicht nur die Europäer, sondern zunehmend auch die Republikaner.
The relationship between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has been highly volatile, particularly from the perspective of the American leader. At times, Trump praises the "brave defender" of his nation, while at other moments, he labels him an anti-democratic "dictator with no elections." The removal of the Ukrainian president from the White House in front of live cameras caused particular scandal.
Trump's statements often reflect the state of ongoing peace negotiations. When Zelensky showed readiness for compromise and made it appear that a deal would be reached within 24 hours after Trump's inauguration, the meeting was described as an "honor." However, the relationship has now reached an unprecedented low point. Above all, European leaders are concerned as Zelensky is set to meet with the EU summit on Friday, wondering if Trump has ultimately broken with his Ukrainian counterpart and sided with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
For weeks, Europeans have desperately attempted to maintain the US administration's support for Ukraine. Has this been futile? Several indicators point to a decidedly negative stance of the president rather than a whimsical policy towards Kiev.
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