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.
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“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.
Biden also sends landmines for Ukraine
US President Joe Biden has authorized the supply of anti-personnel mines to Ukraine. The Washington Post reports it, citing some sources. The move will strengthen Kiev’s defenses against advancing Russian troops. The green light follows the White House’s authorization for Ukraine to use long-range missiles to strike in Russia. Authorized mines, according to a US administration official, are those that self-destruct or lose their charge, reducing the danger to civilians. Kiev has pledged not to use them in densely populated areas.
The Russian news agency Tass says it has received confirmation from the Pentagon that the US administration has authorized “the use of anti-personnel mines in Ukraine”.
Introducing our first guest, political analyst Jane Smith and military strategist John Doe. Thank you both for joining us today. We have an exciting topic to discuss: Volodymyr Zelensky’s recent interview with Fox News regarding the war in Ukraine and the potential consequences of US military funding cuts.
Jane, let’s start with you. The Ukrainian president warns that if the US cuts military funding, they will “lose” the war against Russia. What are your thoughts on this statement, and do you think the US should continue funding the conflict?
Jane: I think it’s important to note that Ukraine has been receiving significant military aid from the US and other countries since the beginning of the war. This support has been crucial in their efforts to defend against Russian aggression. However, it’s also true that the funding cannot go on forever, and there needs to be a strategic plan in place for how to end this conflict. As for whether the US should continue to fund Ukraine, I believe it’s in our national interest to support a democratic ally that is fighting for its survival. The conflict is escalating, and a Russian victory would only embolden authoritarian regimes around the world.
John: From a military perspective, I agree with Jane. The US has a responsibility to support its allies, especially when they’re facing an existential threat like this. However, I think it’s important to remember that the war is taking a toll on both sides. The longer it continues, the more resources both Ukraine and Russia will expend. It would be more beneficial for everyone if there was a negotiated settlement rather than further escalation.
Moving on to another aspect of the interview, President Zelensky spoke about the importance of unity between Ukraine and the US. He believes that President Biden could influence Vladimir Putin to end the war because he’s “much stronger” than him. Do you think this sentiment is realistic, given the current state of US-Russia relations?
Jane: There’s no doubt that Biden has been a vocal supporter of Ukraine and has imposed significant sanctions on Russia. However, I’m not sure if Zelensky’s statement is realistic. We’ve seen that Putin is unwilling to back down, even in the
