Blue wave of the Capitol and Ukrainian optimism.
Following the results of the mid-term elections in the United States in November 2026, Washington's attitude towards Ukraine entered a phase of "dual power" and a difficult political confrontation between the White House and the renewed Congress. Ukraine, led by President Vladimir Zelensky, expresses optimism about a "blue wave" in the elections. Zelensky noted that strengthening the position of the Democrats gives hope for stabilizing support, restoring the shaken transatlantic alliance between the US and Europe, and may force Moscow to think about ending the war, which would logically bring the fair negotiations closer. Kyiv understands that with the new Congress they have a stronger negotiating position.
Despite the democratic victory, officials and experts in Europe urge not to expect immediate and radical changes on the battlefield.
In the short term, Trump will likely continue to make progress in the peace talks. However, his ability to pressure Ukraine and make unilateral concessions to Moscow will now be significantly limited by bipartisan opposition in the Capitol.
How can US policy towards Ukraine and the ongoing war change now? Can we expect significant changes?
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