The discussion examines new trends in Western rhetoric and that of key politicians, especially Donald Trump, regarding Russia’s war against Ukraine. It is noted that NATO's rhetoric has become tougher, and European leaders are expressing readiness to oppose Russian aggression and support Ukraine. Notably, the United States has not officially declared a change in its Ukraine policy, though some politicians, particularly Trump, appear to be distancing themselves from direct involvement in the war and emphasize Europe’s responsibility in aiding Ukraine.
Media in the West and Ukraine indicate that, despite changes in tone, Trump’s policy toward Ukraine has not fundamentally changed. Trump mainly shifts the responsibility for aid to Europe but does not call for the US to completely withdraw from negotiation or sanctions processes.
The system for supplying weapons and supporting Ukraine remains unchanged: European countries purchase American weapons and transfer them to Ukraine, and the US uses sanctions to pressure Russia. The materials also mention US sanctions on companies collaborating with Russia’s defense industry and the symbolic lifting of sanctions from a Hungarian nuclear power plant.
An important point is that the US and Trump are signaling to Putin that prolonging the war is unprofitable, suggesting a return to negotiations while not signaling a fundamental shift in policy.
Experts agree that while rhetoric and certain negotiation tactics are changing, real Western support for Ukraine will remain stable, with global geopolitical processes transitioning to a new phase involving China and other major players.
