Selenskyj Criticizes Germany's Hesitance on Ukraine's NATO Bid
The Ukrainian President hopes for a shift in U.S. policy post-election to sway Germany's stance on NATO membership.
- President Volodymyr Selenskyj identifies Germany as a key obstacle to Ukraine's NATO membership due to fears of Russia's reaction.
- Selenskyj believes that most NATO countries support Ukraine's membership, but Germany remains skeptical without U.S. backing.
- The Ukrainian leader hopes the U.S. election results in November will lead to a more favorable American stance.
- Selenskyj dismisses rumors of trading occupied territories for NATO membership and reiterates Ukraine's non-nuclear stance.
- Support for Ukraine in Germany and Poland has waned since the onset of the conflict, as revealed by recent surveys.