US Lifts Ukraine Intel Freeze Ahead of Key Saudi Peace Talks
President Trump signals readiness to resume intelligence sharing with Ukraine before vital negotiations aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict with Russia.
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Trump's administration has embarked on a dramatic pivot away from the "ironclad" backing of Ukraine practiced by former President Joe Biden's administration.
US 'just about' ready to lift Ukraine intel freeze, Trump says ahead of Saudi meet
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The dispute over the letter comes at a time of escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
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For Ukraine, that’s the bad news.
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It now appears that talks about the new global order are a part of the programme, too.
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Analysts have long seen the drills as a demonstration of the growing partnership among the three authoritarian powers as they seek to counterbalance US influence and challenge the Western-led global order.
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For Ukraine, it's key that their considerations also be taken into account by the U.S..
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Summary
Ahead of peace talks in Saudi Arabia, President Trump announced that the US is 'just about' ready to lift the freeze on intelligence sharing with Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed his commitment to negotiations despite ongoing Russian aggression. The recent shift in US policy follows a tumultuous Oval Office meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy. Concerns are growing that Ukraine's security needs may be overlooked in potential agreements as both negotiators head to Riyadh.
Perspectives
President Trump is preparing to lift restrictions on intelligence sharing with Ukraine as negotiations for a peace deal with Russia are set to resume in Saudi Arabia.
The recent cut in U.S. military and intelligence aid to Ukraine by Trump has caused a rift, with Ukrainian officials concerned about their security and ability to continue the fight.
Despite tensions with Washington, Zelenskyy remains committed to pursuing peace negotiations with Russia, but fears that U.S. concessions may undermine Ukraine's position.