Ukraine seeks support from Trump after US election victory
Ukraine is reaching out to Donald Trump after his election victory, hoping his strong leadership will maintain U.S. support amid concerns he may reduce military aid. President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed optimism about a "strong United States" under Trump. Trump has criticized the current level of U.S. support for Ukraine and aims to end the war with Russia quickly. As Russian forces advance, Ukraine has launched its first major incursion into Russian territory, while peace talks have stalled since early in the conflict. U.S. military aid has been crucial for Ukraine, but delays in weapon approvals have frustrated officials. Some Ukrainians are hopeful Trump will act swiftly to stop the war, while others question how his relationship with Putin might influence U.S. policy.