The Inside Story Podcast Will the US withdraw its military support from Ukraine?
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Mar 1, 2025 Scott Lucas, a Professor of US and International Politics at University College Dublin, dives deep into the recent tensions between the US and Ukraine. He explores the fallout from the contentious meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy, questioning the future of US military support. Lucas dissects the historical context of the Ukraine conflict, the role of NATO, and the complex diplomatic dance between nations. He also discusses the increasing urgency for security amidst potential shifts in US policy and the implications for future negotiations with Russia.
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Contentious Meeting
- Trump and Zelenskyy's public meeting turned contentious, going beyond typical Oval Office disagreements.
- Zelenskyy was seemingly ambushed by J.D. Vance's criticisms of Biden and praise for Trump's diplomacy.
Zelenskyy's Concerns
- Zelenskyy sought security guarantees against Russia, similar to Macron and Starmer.
- He viewed Vance's comments as justification for US-Russia talks excluding Ukraine and Europe.
Planned Ambush?
- Trump and J.D. Vance's treatment of Zelenskyy was a planned ambush.
- They aimed to confront Zelenskyy in this manner.