Während Trumps Rückkehr droht, die US-Unterstützung für die Ukraine zu beenden, bemühen sich die Verbündeten darum, die Lücke zu schließen

I’m Canadian, and I don’t want my tax dollars going towards this war, nor do I want my sons going. If these politicians want war so badly, they should go to the front lines to face the bullets. I welcome Trump the peacemaker. His inauguration can’t come fast enough.

The problem is that Ukraines’s war goals aren’t feasible. At this point, is it really in Ukraine best interests to keep the fight going? How many people need to die for land? The best thing Ukraine can do it negotiate an armistice. Make the separatist regions semi autonomous and place a dmz along the border with Russia and Belarus. Enforced by the UN. Ukraine showed the world that it could and would fight. But at the end of the day, victory wasn’t feasible for Ukraine, Russian will never give up Crimea, or allow another nato nation to be on its border.

AND NO I DONT LIKE RUSSIA….
I hope putin falls off a 4 story balcony

Hey Redditors,

With the recent election of Donald Trump as the 47th President, there’s been a lot of concern around his stance on Ukraine and whether the U.S. will continue its support in the conflict with Russia. I’ve done some digging to lay out the facts about what he can actually do, what might change, and what’s likely to remain steady.

Here’s what you should know:

1. Presidential Power on Foreign Policy

Yes, the President has influence over U.S. foreign policy, but changes aren’t made in a vacuum. Congress holds the power of the purse, meaning they control spending. While Trump could propose a reduction in aid to Ukraine, it would need Congress’s approval to pass. This means that cutting off funds entirely isn’t solely in his hands.

There’s bipartisan support for Ukraine in Congress, especially on key committees that control foreign aid, which could make it difficult for Trump to end support abruptly.

2. Existing Commitments to Ukraine

The U.S. has already committed billions in military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Much of this is tied to long-term contracts and supply chains, which can’t just be “turned off” overnight. For example, the Department of Defense just sent a $425 million military aid package in early November 2024, with air defense interceptors, armored vehicles, and other critical supplies for Ukraine’s defense.

Ending these commitments could lead to legal and logistical complications, which means that even if Trump wants to reduce support, it’s not as simple as flipping a switch.

3. U.S. Obligations to NATO and International Allies

The U.S. is a leading member of NATO, a collective security alliance that has strongly backed Ukraine. A sudden policy reversal could strain relationships with European allies and create uncertainty around NATO’s unified stance. Trump has made comments in the past about Europe stepping up its defense efforts, and while that could be his aim, a complete U.S. withdrawal is less likely if it risks destabilizing NATO.

4. Potential Policy Shifts?

Trump has often criticized U.S. involvement in long-standing foreign conflicts and suggested Europe should do more for its own defense. However, there’s reason to think this stance may be partly a negotiating strategy. Pushing Europe to increase its own defense funding doesn’t necessarily mean Trump will abandon Ukraine; rather, it might be an attempt to share the financial burden.

Also, his administration’s approach could evolve as he receives military briefings on the strategic importance of supporting Ukraine. These briefings may emphasize that U.S. support has far-reaching consequences for global stability, and advisors could influence his policy accordingly.

5. Military Advisors and Real-World Dynamics

Foreign policy decisions are complex and often adapt as new information comes in. Military and intelligence advisors will provide briefings highlighting why supporting Ukraine is important to counter Russian aggression and maintain stability. These briefings could shape Trump’s stance, especially if they point out that cutting support could create larger problems in the future.

Bottom Line

While President Trump may propose changes to Ukraine policy, he doesn’t have unchecked power to pull all support unilaterally. Congress, existing commitments, NATO alliances, and strategic briefings will all play a role. So, while his rhetoric might sound concerning, it’s more likely that any shift would be gradual and carefully considered, especially if Europe steps up its own defense contributions.

Hope this provides some clarity.

What is the end game here guys? How many more Ukrainians are you willing to sacrifice? Arm chair quarterbacks. I see this war lasting 10 years or longer and not much changing on the front lines. It’s been almost 3 years and hundreds of thousands of lives lost, untold environmental damage, billions of dollars lost. Russia will never stop so what’s the end game? #fuckputin