Kiev Authorities 'Prepared' for Possible Trump Presidency, Reports WaPo
Ukrainian officials have conveyed to the Washington Post that Donald Trump’s remarks regarding US military assistance to Kiev are merely campaign rhetoric. Read Full Article at RT.com
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Members of Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky’s team have characterized the US Republican nominee’s “negative” messaging regarding Ukraine as mere campaign rhetoric.
Officials in Kiev have dismissed the idea that a potential victory for Donald Trump would result in adverse consequences for Ukraine, despite his critiques of US aid and promises to swiftly end the conflict with Moscow, as reported by the Washington Post on Friday.
Two unnamed officials from Zelensky's team indicated to the newspaper that Trump's rhetoric during the campaign does not necessarily predict his actions post-election on November 5. They believe Trump would be reluctant to appear weak internationally by abandoning Ukraine, leading him to potentially take more decisive steps in support of Kiev.
According to the article, Ukrainian officials pointed out that the current state of affairs, likely to persist if Democratic candidate Kamala Harris wins, is “not working.” Consequently, they suggested that a significant shift in US policy towards Ukraine could actually prove beneficial for their country.
Zelensky's office reportedly holds an optimistic view that he might establish a personal connection with Trump, ultimately transforming him into a supporter of Ukraine.
Nevertheless, some Ukrainian officials expressed concerns about the risks associated with a Trump second term, highlighting the possibility that he could pressure Ukraine to make territorial concessions to Russia in return for peace.
In a statement last month on the PBD Podcast, Trump referred to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine as “a loser” and remarked that Zelensky “should never have let that war start.” He also described Zelensky as “one of the greatest salesmen I have ever seen,” alluding to his talent for convincing the Biden administration to increase military aid during his visits to Washington.
The Republican candidate reiterated his assertion that he “will settle the Russia-Ukraine [conflict], while I am president-elect,” although he did not outline how he plans to accomplish this.
In relation to this situation, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented in June on reports suggesting that Trump's team was drafting a plan to resolve the Ukraine conflict. Peskov emphasized that “the value of any plan lies in the details and whether it takes into account the situation on the battlefield,” reiterating that Moscow is open to negotiations only if Ukraine acknowledges existing realities.
Emily Johnson contributed to this report for TROIB News
Officials in Kiev have dismissed the idea that a potential victory for Donald Trump would result in adverse consequences for Ukraine, despite his critiques of US aid and promises to swiftly end the conflict with Moscow, as reported by the Washington Post on Friday.
Two unnamed officials from Zelensky's team indicated to the newspaper that Trump's rhetoric during the campaign does not necessarily predict his actions post-election on November 5. They believe Trump would be reluctant to appear weak internationally by abandoning Ukraine, leading him to potentially take more decisive steps in support of Kiev.
According to the article, Ukrainian officials pointed out that the current state of affairs, likely to persist if Democratic candidate Kamala Harris wins, is “not working.” Consequently, they suggested that a significant shift in US policy towards Ukraine could actually prove beneficial for their country.
Zelensky's office reportedly holds an optimistic view that he might establish a personal connection with Trump, ultimately transforming him into a supporter of Ukraine.
Nevertheless, some Ukrainian officials expressed concerns about the risks associated with a Trump second term, highlighting the possibility that he could pressure Ukraine to make territorial concessions to Russia in return for peace.
In a statement last month on the PBD Podcast, Trump referred to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine as “a loser” and remarked that Zelensky “should never have let that war start.” He also described Zelensky as “one of the greatest salesmen I have ever seen,” alluding to his talent for convincing the Biden administration to increase military aid during his visits to Washington.
The Republican candidate reiterated his assertion that he “will settle the Russia-Ukraine [conflict], while I am president-elect,” although he did not outline how he plans to accomplish this.
In relation to this situation, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented in June on reports suggesting that Trump's team was drafting a plan to resolve the Ukraine conflict. Peskov emphasized that “the value of any plan lies in the details and whether it takes into account the situation on the battlefield,” reiterating that Moscow is open to negotiations only if Ukraine acknowledges existing realities.
Emily Johnson contributed to this report for TROIB News
