In Paris, President Joe Biden publicly issued the first apology to Ukraine, acknowledging the months-long congressional delay in American military aid that allowed Russia to gain ground on the battlefield. During his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who urged bipartisan U.S. support akin to the unity during World War II, Biden reflected on the uncertainty caused by conservative Republicans in Congress holding up a $61 billion military aid package for Ukraine.
Despite this setback, Biden emphasized enduring American support for Ukraine. The apology and Zelenskyy’s call for steadfast backing reminiscent of the WWII coalition underscored the challenges facing Biden’s commitment to Ukraine amid congressional opposition and isolationist sentiments. Additionally, concerns about the potential impact of Donald Trump’s candidacy, given his favorable stance toward Russian President Vladimir Putin, lingered over the discussions.
