Europe sees signs that Trump will maintain support for Ukraine - Media.
European allies of Ukraine believe that Donald Trump will not force Kyiv into premature negotiations with Russia. According to Bloomberg, European officials have expressed support for continuing aid to Ukraine, opening up the possibility for the country to return to a position of strength before any negotiations.
Private conversations with Trump's team confirm the necessity of aiding Ukraine. The new president cannot risk humiliation; a lack of American support would push China towards aggressive actions. However, the action plan for Ukraine after the inauguration is still unknown.
Leaders of European countries believe that a ceasefire agreement could be reached. Strengthening sanctions against Russia and supporting Kyiv would contribute to reducing Moscow's influence and creating the conditions for negotiations.
The agreement must guarantee Ukraine's security. This could lead to debates about deploying American troops in case of an attack on the country after a ceasefire. The issue of Ukraine's NATO membership, which is important for Russia, remains on the table of negotiations with Trump.
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