What Trump's presidential victory could mean for the war in Ukraine

 

Former President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky meet on September 27, in New York City, while Zelensky was in New York for the United Nations General Assembly. 

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Donald Trump’s campaign made no secret of its skepticism about Ukraine. Now as the president-elect, uncertainty surrounds Trump’s policy when it comes to Kyiv’s war with Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Trump met on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in September.

Throughout his campaign, Trump and his running mate JD Vance have cast doubts on continued US commitment to Ukraine as the war drags on more than two and half years. Moreover, Trump has made comments that suggest the US could pressure Ukraine into an uneasy truce with Russia.

Zelensky said he called to congratulate Trump and said the two leaders “agreed to maintain close dialogue and advance our cooperation.” Earlier, he also said he appreciates Trump’s commitment to “peace through strength.”

CNN’s Clare Sebastian breaks down what it could mean for the war:

The Trump campaign made no secret of its scepticism towards Ukraine, and the election result throws vital US aid supplies into doubt. CNN’s Clare Sebastian breaks down the reactions and uncertainty surrounding Trump’s Ukraine policy. #cnn #ukraine #trump