On the first day of the new year, Donald Trump unexpectedly shifted his position on Russia and Vladimir Putin, publicly calling Putin a liar. Trump reposted articles from The New York Times and New York Post analyzing Putin's manipulation of information, highlighting that the Republican press now emphasizes the need for stronger action against Russia.
US media report changes in the Pentagon: a number of pro-Ukrainian generals are resigning under political pressure from those favoring cuts to assistance for Ukraine. However, US intelligence services continue to provide non-traditional, including covert, aid to Ukraine where possible.
Meanwhile, Russian President Putin used his New Year address to call for mobilization, and on the same day, Ukrainian drones struck targets in Kaluga and Kuban. The article reviews the ongoing humanitarian support for Ukraine, fundraising efforts, army assistance, and the continued unity of Ukrainians despite domestic political challenges.
The US press notes that Ukraine has managed to stand its ground even without massive military support. Public opinion on both Trump and Putin has shifted: Putin’s ratings have dropped sharply, while support for Ukraine among Americans has risen.
The New York Post concludes that Putin is not an ally of the United States and urges for stronger support of Ukraine. The articles highlight that over 2,400 missiles struck Ukraine in the past year, but the nation persevered, with volunteers and citizens playing a key role in supporting the front.
The author stresses that only deep and systemic changes in US policy can improve Ukraine support, and that collective efforts throughout the year have produced real results on the battlefield. The piece ends on a note of shared values, dreams, and hopes of Ukrainians, continually turned into reality despite adversity.
