Midterm elections 'doubled' Ukraine's chances of getting US military aid, official says
"In general, we are more optimistic for cooperation between the U.S. and Ukraine," David Arakhamia, head of Zelensky's parliamentary faction, told reporters on Nov. 6.
Ukrainian official David Arakhamia stated that the recent U.S. midterm elections have doubled the country's chances of receiving additional military and financial aid from Washington. The Democratic Party's sweeping victory in the Nov. 3 election shifted the balance of power in Congress, giving Democrats control of both chambers.
This shift in political control is seen as a positive development for Ukraine, as Arakhamia, head of President Volodymyr Zelensky's parliamentary group, expressed optimism about the potential for increased U.S. support in 2023. However, Arakhamia cautioned that Ukraine must first endure one of the most challenging winters of the ongoing full-scale war, as Russian attacks continue to target critical infrastructure in major cities.
The upcoming peace talks in Abu Dhabi will focus on efforts to de-escalate Russia's aggression, while the U.S. relationship with Ukraine remains strained due to the Trump administration's recent pivot towards Moscow and the controversial deal to buy Russian diesel.
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