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Ukraine Faces Growing Pressures as U.S. Policy Shift Looms

European leaders emphasize continued military support for Ukraine ahead of Trump's presidency, as Russian forces gain ground and Kyiv faces mounting challenges.

  • Donald Trump's election victory raises concerns over potential U.S. withdrawal of support for Ukraine, prompting European nations to step up their commitments.
  • Ukraine's military struggles continue, with significant manpower shortages, desertions, and Russian advances in the Donetsk region supported by North Korean troops.
  • German Chancellor Olaf Scholz pledges €650 million in additional military aid to Ukraine, reaffirming Germany's commitment despite declining to provide long-range missiles.
  • NATO foreign ministers meet to discuss increased aid for Ukraine, but consensus on fast-tracking NATO membership for Kyiv remains elusive.
  • The Biden administration accelerates $725 million in military aid to Ukraine, aiming to bolster defenses before the U.S. presidential transition in January.
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