

Kyiv calm and carry on: Trump’s win may benefit Ukraine
17 snips Nov 15, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Oliver Carroll, The Economist's Ukraine correspondent, sheds light on the complex political landscape of Ukraine amid Trump's potential election. Surprisingly, some in Kyiv believe a Trump victory might benefit Ukraine despite his past admiration for Putin. Carroll dives into the evolving dynamics of U.S. support and how historical narratives shape the country's future. The episode also touches on the transformative role of AI in research and innovation, framing Ukraine’s struggle within a broader geopolitical context.
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Ukrainian Perspective on Trump's Victory
- Some Ukrainians, including political and military leaders, hoped for Trump's victory.
- They saw it as a gamble, potentially offering a decisive end to the war despite Trump's admiration for Putin.
Pre-election Plans for Ukraine
- Two pre-election plans for Ukraine existed, one by J.D. Vance and one by Mike Pompeo.
- Vance's plan, less popular in Ukraine, suggested neutrality without security guarantees; Pompeo's proposed a surge in weapons and potential NATO membership.
Ukraine's Victory Plan
- Ukraine presented a "victory plan" offering the US control of resources and troops to replace US forces in Europe.
- Russia, however, has a historical advantage in influencing Washington.