Ukrainian President Zelenskyy recently concluded a short European tour ahead of the US elections with a meeting in Berlin with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. During his tour, Zelenskyy presented his peace plan, promising an end to the war in Ukraine by 2025. In Berlin, Scholz promised further aid packages, including new air defense systems and weapons, worth €1.4 billion. Additionally, €170 million has been allocated for Ukraine’s energy system.
However, Zelenskyy’s meeting with US President Biden, scheduled for Saturday, was postponed due to hurricane Milton. With no rescheduled date in sight, experts suggest that Ukraine may be nervous about the upcoming US election, as support for Ukraine could dry up if Trump wins. The speed at which Ukraine could become a NATO member, and which territories would be included, remains uncertain and will likely depend on the outcome of the US election.
Overall, Zelenskyy’s European tour was seen as a success in terms of securing aid and support for Ukraine, but the implications of the US election on Ukraine’s future as a NATO member remain uncertain. As the election approaches, the international community will be closely watching to see how the results will impact Ukraine’s path forward.
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