US ties with Ukraine hit new low as Trump slights Zelenskyy and eases up on Russia

The briefing

U.S.-Ukraine relations face severe strain following President Donald Trump's reluctance to support new Russia sanctions and disruptions in satellite support for Ukrainian drones. Critics argue Trump's shifting stance undermines regional stability and rewards Moscow, while lawmakers express bipartisan outrage. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has expressed feelings of betrayal amid intensifying Russian attacks.