Trump's Team Informs Europe That U.S. Aid to Ukraine Will Continue

According to the Financial Times, Donald Trump's team, who will be taking office in January 2025, has informed Europe that U.S. aid to Ukraine will continue. Concurrently, the future Trump administration intends to demand that NATO member countries increase their defense spending to 5% of GDP.

This statement reflects the continuation of U.S. policy towards Ukraine, initiated under previous administrations. The aid includes military, financial, and humanitarian support, aimed at enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities in the context of the ongoing conflict in the east of the country.

However, the requirement to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP for NATO countries represents a significant increase from the current commitment of 2% of GDP, set in 2014. This could lead to serious financial and political discussions within NATO member countries, as many have yet to meet even the current 2% target.

These news suggest a potential shift in U.S. foreign policy under Trump's leadership, with an emphasis on strengthening military cooperation within NATO and support for Ukraine. This could lead to new dynamics in international relations and defense policies of European states in the coming years.