Zelenskyy hopes Democratic Congress will bring more US help for Ukraine
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Democratic gains in the U.S. midterm elections could lead to more military and financial aid for Ukraine and renewed cooperation between the United States and Europe. European officials urged the new Congress to support Kyiv and increase pressure on Russia, though some warned that President Donald Trump could continue shaping U.S. policy.Key Facts
- The article says Democrats won control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
- Zelenskyy said Democrats had spoken clearly in favor of supporting Ukraine and providing assistance.
- Zelenskyy said stronger U.S. financial or military support could affect Russian President Vladimir Putin.
- EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urged the new Congress to keep supporting Ukraine and put more pressure on Russia.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz questioned whether the election results would change Trump’s approach, saying he had often governed by bypassing Congress.
- German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said the Democratic victory could create an opportunity for a new effort to end the wars in Ukraine and Iran.
- Austria’s foreign minister said Europe should strengthen its own defense and competitiveness rather than depend on U.S. election results.
- Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Russia hoped Trump would continue his peacemaking efforts regardless of the election result.
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