Rising Tensions in Ukraine: Trump Administration Pauses Intelligence Sharing Amid Ongoing Conflict with Russia
In an ongoing conflict, the U.S. has suspended intelligence sharing with Ukraine, raising concerns as Russia escalates its military operations.
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The halt in intelligence sharing follows Trump's decision to pause military aid to Ukraine, which has sparked concerns among Kyiv's Western allies.
Lindsey Graham's warning over abandoning Ukraine—"Worse than Afghanistan"
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With Trump’s stance toward Ukraine in mind, Bartiromo pressed Trump about his views on Ukraine surviving without US support:
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In a break from the Biden administration’s policies, Trump has tried to position himself toward the center of the Russia-Ukraine war, whereas previous US policy had been steadfastly behind Kyiv.
Trump suggests Ukraine ‘may not survive’ war — even with help from US
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But months after Ukraine’s thunder run, its soldiers in Kursk are weary and bloodied by relentless assaults of more than 50,000 troops, including some from Russia's ally North Korea.
Russian forces walked inside a gas pipeline to strike Ukrainian troops from the rear in Kursk
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Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk said appeasement towards Russia was leading to more tragedy in Ukraine.
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Summary
In a new phase of conflict, Russian special forces ambushed Ukrainian troops using gas infrastructure, intensifying the fight in Kursk. As battles continue with heavy casualties reported, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham warned against abandoning Ukraine, calling it potentially worse than Afghanistan. He expressed concern about the recent halt in intelligence sharing and military aid by the Trump administration, stating it risks Ukraine's defense against Russian advances. Amid this, Trump has hinted at new sanctions on Russia while pushing for peace talks, raising alarms over shifts in U.S. policy and NATO's support for Ukraine.
Perspectives
Russian forces are utilizing gas pipelines to gain tactical advantages in the ongoing conflict, launching surprise assaults against Ukrainian positions in Kursk.
Both Russia and Ukraine are claiming successes in the border region, highlighting the ongoing instability and fluidity of military control.
Ukrainian defenses are reportedly under severe pressure, with warnings of potential encirclement of Ukrainian troops as Russian operations intensify.
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