Karpaty, Ukraine – In a shocking turn of events, the recent U.S. presidential election has cast a dark shadow over Ukraine's hopes in its ongoing war against Russia. Ukrainian serviceman Ihor expressed his dismay, stating, “They’re celebrating in the Kremlin now.” With Donald Trump, a known admirer of Vladimir Putin, poised to return to the White House, the mood among Ukrainian forces is grim. Ihor, who volunteered to fight after Ukraine's previous victories, now fears that the chances of a decisive victory over Russia have dwindled significantly.
Military experts are echoing this sentiment. Andrey Pronin, a former serviceman, believes Ukraine currently has enough military aid from the U.S. to last for about eight months. However, he warns that this may not be sufficient, as the aid is deemed ineffective and insufficient. Nikolay Mitrokhin from Bremen University suggests that Ukraine's best hope lies in a potential ceasefire deal with Trump, which could involve recognizing Crimea as part of Russia. He ominously predicts that without such a deal, Russian tanks could soon be seen in Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia.
Despair Amidst Uncertainty
As the war rages on, the personal toll on Ukrainian families is devastating. Ihor's wife, Olha, lost her job due to the war's impact, and their daughter, Lika, suffers from anxiety amid the chaos. “Trump will force us to stop the war on the condition that Russia gets everything it had occupied,” Ihor fears, reflecting the deep anxiety shared by many Ukrainians. In another part of the country, chiropractor Oleksandr shares this pessimism, stating, “With Trump … we’re not going to win the war.”
Despite the uncertainty, Ukrainian leaders are preparing to engage with Trump’s administration, knowing that they must navigate the unpredictable political landscape. Lieutenant-General Ihor Romanenko acknowledges the challenges ahead but emphasizes the necessity of collaboration, even as they await Biden's potential final support for Ukraine. The stakes are high, and the outcome of this political shift could reshape the future of Ukraine in its fight for sovereignty.
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