U.S. Military Aid Dynamics and Trump’s Influence on Ukraine

This chapter analyzes the evolving nature of U.S. military aid to Ukraine, focusing on the shift from substantial support to non-lethal assistance amid potential Trump-Putin negotiations. It examines the implications of Trump's leverage regarding sanctions, negotiation challenges with Russia, and the intricate relationship between Trump and Zelensky since 2015. Additionally, the chapter addresses Ukraine's governance challenges and the growing domestic opposition amid the protracted conflict, questioning the sustainability of Zelensky's leadership as external influences shift.