Is the US Helping or Pressuring Ukraine Now?

BY: John Feffer

US quickly supported Ukraine after Russia's 2022 invasion. Biden had warned Zelensky of intervention. $31B military aid provided.

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US leads campaign to support Ukraine with sanctions, assistance, and energy supply diversification to reduce reliance on Russia.

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US supports Ukraine but exercises caution, avoids military commitment and supplying certain weapon systems.

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Biden balances military aid and caution amidst a world divided into pro-Russia, pro-Ukraine, and neutral factions.

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US expands ties with allies, isolates Russia's supporters, and warns against supplying Russia with weapons.

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Unclear US policy on Ukraine conflict and Russia's role in post-war transatlantic relations and containment of China.

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East-West relations bleak. War in Ukraine. Arms control dead. Cold war looming. Minsk agreements uncertain.

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The US will decide its involvement in Ukraine's conflict. Biden's administration favors low-risk commitment for now.

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