More concessions to Putin expected: Ukraine does not believe Trump’s “important statement” on Russia
фото: Reuters
The Ukrainian authorities are skeptical about the “important statement” promised by US President Donald Trump regarding Russia, which is scheduled to be made on July 14. In Kyiv, they do not believe that Washington’s new position will change the course of the war – on the contrary, they expect softer rhetoric towards the Kremlin, despite the increasing intensity of Russian attacks.
This is reported by Bild .
US President Donald Trump has announced a “major statement” regarding the war in Ukraine, which is due to be made on July 14. This has caused tension among the Ukrainian political leadership, as Trump’s previous contacts with Putin and his criticism of Kyiv raise suspicions of a possible decline in support.
According to the publication’s source in the Ukrainian government, Kyiv has repeatedly tried to convey to Trump that Russia is not interested in peace.
“We tried everything to explain: Putin is continuing the bombing and has no intention of negotiating,” says the insider.
In a recent interview, Trump said the US would send Patriot missiles to NATO, and the alliance would distribute them further. But the key question is whether he is willing to support sanctions against Russia. He has previously avoided doing so, citing the interests of his constituents and the possible economic consequences.
Journalists also report on the activation of the Russian General Staff. According to information from Telegram channels, Russia is planning a large-scale offensive in the second half of the summer. Of particular concern is the possible involvement of up to 30,000 North Korean soldiers in the fighting, who could be transferred to replace Russian units.
Putin insists on control over Crimea and four Ukrainian regions, demanding that Kyiv not join NATO and reduce its Armed Forces. All these conditions indicate that Moscow seeks not compromise, but Ukraine’s capitulation.
Recall that US President Donald Trump plans to send military aid to Ukraine for the first time since his return to the White House . This decision will be implemented through the so-called presidential powers to reduce arms stocks, which were previously actively used by Joe Biden. The preliminary cost of the package may reach about $ 300 million.
We will remind you that the US decided to resume military assistance to Ukraine , in particular, to provide a new batch of defensive weapons.
As reported, US President Donald Trump allegedly promised Volodymyr Zelensky to provide Patriot missiles to strengthen Ukrainian air defenses. Donald Trump later confirmed that Ukraine had requested another Patriot air defense system . He added that the White House is considering the issue.
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