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Zelenskyy Expects Positive Shifts In Support For Ukraine After US Elections

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Democratic Party's victory in the US congressional elections could help strengthen support for Ukraine from Washington. He said this in an interview with German broadcaster ZDF , UATV English reports. Zelenskyy expressed hope that the changes resulting from Democrats taking control of both chambers of Congress next year would benefit Kyiv. "We have…

Zelenskyy Expects Positive Shifts In Support For Ukraine After US Elections

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that the Democratic Party's victory in the upcoming US congressional elections could lead to increased support for Ukraine from Washington. Speaking to German broadcaster ZDF, Zelenskyy expressed optimism that the shift in political power could prove beneficial for Kyiv. Zelenskyy emphasized that both parties in Congress will now be supporting Ukraine and providing aid, which he sees as a positive development.

He also highlighted the potential impact of renewed US-Europe ties, stating that without these connections, it would be challenging to stand up against Russian President Vladimir Putin. Zelenskyy contended that enhanced US assistance to Ukraine could serve as a deterrent to Putin, possibly leading the Russian leader to reconsider his stance on the ongoing war.

He further hoped that this increased support from the United States would bring negotiations and a potential peace deal closer.

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