Ukrainian analysts: Trump's policies signal a shift toward Russia and deepen transatlantic rift

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The shift in Washington's posture is viewed in Ukraine and Europe as favoring Russia. The reported lifting of sanctions on Russian oil exports directly affects Ukraine's war and economic conditions, while restrictions on Starshield could weaken its defensive capabilities. At the same time, the resulting loss of European confidence in the US may deepen the transatlantic rift and accelerate the emergence of a multipolar world order.

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Ukrainian analysts have criticized Donald Trump's policy toward Russia, Ukraine and US European allies. Their concerns center on reported U.S. steps favorable to Moscow, including an agreement that effectively lifted sanctions on Russian oil exports and an abrupt restriction on Ukraine's access to Starshield. They also say European leaders see Trump as seeking to pressure Kyiv into accepting Moscow's terms and regard his approach toward Europe as inconsistent and unpredictable.

The criticism extends beyond Ukraine. Trump's administration and Elon Musk openly supported the AfD party in Germany, drawing a reported shock from Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Giorgia Meloni called Trump's criticism of the Pope unacceptable, while relations between Rome and Washington reportedly cooled. Trump also introduced high tariffs on European allies, prompting European politicians to fear electoral losses if they support his policies toward Iran and Ukraine.

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Ukrainian sources focus on policies seen as a shift toward Russia, the reported removal of restrictions on Russian oil exports and the restriction of Ukraine's access to Starshield. They also emphasize claims that Trump wants to force Kyiv into an agreement meeting Moscow's demands. These assessments are based in part on the position of Mykola Bielieskov, a senior analyst at the Centre for Initiatives "Return Alive".

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European sources emphasize declining trust in the United States, strains within NATO and widespread perceptions of Trump as unreliable and unpredictable. They also draw attention to high tariffs on European allies, the open support for AfD, the deterioration of relations with the Holy See and Meloni's criticism of Trump. European politicians fear that backing US policies on Iran and Ukraine could cost them votes at home. Following his London visit, Trump criticized the British government for not assisting the US and Israel in striking Iran.

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US hegemony was already in crisis before January 20, 2025. Trump's attempts to govern in a personalized manner while weakening checks and balances have raised questions about how much of Washington he actually controls, although the midterm congressional elections have partly rebalanced the situation. The war against Iran is accelerating a shift in which the West may no longer be able to set the global political agenda and will have to make geopolitical compromises. During a state visit to London at King Charles's personal invitation, conveyed by Keir Starmer, Trump said he was very satisfied with the visit; several months later, he criticized the British government for not helping the United States and Israel strike Iran.