It has become known that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former US President Donald Trump may meet next week at the UN General Assembly. However, experts do not expect any significant breakthrough from this conversation, as the US remains cautious in its pressure on Russia, especially under Trump. American officials have avoided unequivocally condemning Russia at the UN, and the political decisions of the United States rarely increase sanctions pressure on Moscow.
In an interview with Sky News, President Zelensky called on the United States to accelerate the delivery of Patriot systems and introduce tougher sanctions against Russia independently of the EU. At the same time, Europe remains Ukraine's main donor, and the White House is cautious in making decisions on sanctions and military aid.
Trump is skeptical about increasing support for Ukraine; instead, he urges the EU to strengthen sanctions on Russia. This is complicated by the economic interests of European countries, which continue to purchase Russian oil and gas at favorable prices. Meanwhile, US-China talks on a trade deal are taking place, with the war in Ukraine being addressed but not the main issue.
Against this backdrop, military cooperation is deepening in Europe. NATO is responding to Russian threats by increasing military presence in Poland and Lithuania. Polish troops are being trained by Ukrainian instructors, which is seen as a step toward practical integration of Ukraine into the Euro-Atlantic security system.
The expert concludes that Ukraine and NATO need a mutual partnership. There is no alternative to Euro-Atlantic integration for Ukraine, and coordination among NATO countries, the US, and the EU remains crucial for countering Russian aggression.
