(ANSA) – WASHINGTON, NOV 19 – Ukraine will “lose” its war against Russia if the United States cuts military funding to Kiev, Volodymyr Zelensky told Fox News. “If they cut, I think we will lose,” the Ukrainian president said in an interview with American TV. “We will fight. We have our production, but it is not enough to prevail. And I think it is not enough to survive,” Zelensky continued. US President-elect Donald Trump is an avowed skeptic of the billions that Joe Biden’s administration has given to Ukraine since the Russian invasion began in 2022. The tycoon has repeatedly promised to quickly end the war, but has failed to deliver details on how he would do this. “Unity” between Ukraine and the United States is “the most important thing,” Zelensky added to Fox. Trump could influence Vladimir Putin to end the war “because he is much stronger” than the Russian president, the Ukrainian leader assured. The tsar “may be willing to end this war, but he depends even more on the United States of America: Putin is weaker” than the US, Zelensky said. (HANDLE).
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To what extent do you agree with President Zelensky’s assertion that Ukraine would “lose” the war without continued US military funding, and what alternative paths could Ukraine potentially pursue if such aid were significantly reduced?
## World Today News: Exclusive Interview on Ukraine Aid and the Stakes for Peace
**Guests:**
* **Dr. Anya Petrova:** Professor of International Relations at Harvard University, specializing in Eastern European affairs.
* **Colonel Mark Stevenson (Ret.):** Former US Army strategist with extensive experience in international conflict resolution.
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we delve into the crucial topic of US military aid to Ukraine and its potential impact on the ongoing conflict with Russia. We are joined by two distinguished experts, Dr. Anya Petrova and Colonel Mark Stevenson, to analyse President Zelensky’s recent statements on the matter.
**Section 1: Military Aid and the Viability of Ukrainian Defense**
**Host:** Dr. Petrova, President Zelensky stated that Ukraine would “lose” the war if US military funding were cut. How critical is ongoing aid to Ukraine’s ability to defend itself against Russian aggression?
**Dr. Petrova:**
**Host:** Colonel Stevenson, the article mentions that US President-elect Donald Trump has expressed skepticism about the scale of aid provided to Ukraine. What strategic considerations might be influencing his stance, and what could be the potential consequences of a significant reduction in aid?
**Colonel Stevenson:**
**Section 2: The Role of the United States in Conflict Resolution**
**Host:** Dr. Petrova, President Zelensky expressed a belief that the US has significant leverage over President Putin and could influence him to end the war. How realistic is this perspective, and what tools might the United States effectively utilize to encourage a negotiated settlement?
**Dr. Petrova:**
**Host:** Colonel Stevenson, some argue that continued US involvement risks escalating the conflict. Do you believe there is a risk of the United States becoming too deeply entrenched in the Ukrainian conflict?
**Colonel Stevenson:**
**Section 3: The Path Forward: Balancing Support and Diplomacy**
**Host:** Both of our guests have highlighted the complexities of the situation in Ukraine. Assuming continued support for Ukraine, what strategies do you believe offer the best chance for achieving a lasting peace?
**Dr. Petrova:**
**Colonel Stevenson:**
**Conclusion:**
Thank you, Dr. Petrova and Colonel Stevenson, for providing your insightful perspectives on this crucial issue. The future of Ukraine hangs in the balance, and navigating the delicate balance between supporting its defense and pursuing diplomatic solutions remains a daunting challenge for the international community. We will continue to monitor developments closely and provide in-depth analysis on World Today News.
