US President-elect Donald Trump has campaigned on a promise to end America's involvement in wars.

Summary

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Ukraine would lose the war if the U.S., its primary military supporter, cuts funding.

Speaking to Fox News, he stressed the importance of unity between the U.S. and Ukraine as Russia accelerates its territorial gains.

Zelensky acknowledged Ukraine’s challenges on the battlefield, despite new U.S. weapon supplies, including long-range missiles and anti-personnel land mines.

He criticized German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for engaging with Putin, calling it a risky move.

Trump has pledged to end the war quickly but offered no specifics.

  • krashmo@lemmy.worldEnglish
    213·
    19 hours ago

    They’re not doing nothing but they’re not pulling their weight either. If they were then Zelensky’s statement here would not be necessary.

    • r00ty@kbin.life
      131·
      19 hours ago

      Yes they are. Check the % of GDP. We’re pulling our weight, pretty much as much as we can. More really considering we mostly don’t prioritise defence as much as the US does.

      • krashmo@lemmy.worldEnglish
        36·
        17 hours ago

        Yes, you’re putting in what you thought was sufficient while the US was carrying the largest burden. That’s not going to continue much longer so you can either change your perspective and increase your contributions or you can let Ukraine fall.

        Trump is going to cut funding to Ukraine, that much is certain. What happens after that depends on Europe’s response.