Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Russia's invasion
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy marked three years since Russia's invasion, but Washington was notably absent. Trump's foreign policy break and sympathy towards Russia is concerning. Europe supports Ukraine's defense for the liberal European project. Zelenskyy offered to quit if it brings peace or NATO membership for Ukraine. Russia opposes Ukraine's NATO membership. More than 12,600 civilians, including 669 children, have been killed in the conflict, with rising civilian casualties.
Key Points
- Zelenskyy's offer to quit if it leads to peace or NATO membership for Ukraine
- More than 12,600 civilians, including 669 children, killed in the conflict
- Rising civilian casualties and attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure
Pros
- Zelenskyy's willingness to make sacrifices for peace in Ukraine
- European support for Ukraine's defense
- Continued resistance against Russian invasion
Cons
- Washington's absence in supporting Ukraine
- Trump's break with traditional U.S. foreign policy
- Russia's occupation of 20% of Ukraine