Harris and Trump Clash Over U.S. Role in Global Conflicts During Heated Presidential Debate

In a presidential debate hosted by ABC News, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump sparred over U.S. involvement in conflicts in Europe and the Middle East. Trump promised to end the wars, while Harris accused him of wanting to give up. The debate highlighted deep divides in foreign policy perspectives.

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced off in a contentious presidential debate on Tuesday, focusing on the ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East. Hosted by ABC News, the debate saw Trump pledging to end the wars, claiming it is in the U.S.' 'best interest' to do so, while Harris criticized him for wanting to 'give up.'

Harris lambasted Trump, asserting that Russian President Vladimir Putin would be in Kyiv if Trump were president. She emphasized the Biden-Harris administration's efforts in rallying 50 countries to support Ukraine. 'We brought 50 countries together to support Ukraine's right to defense,' Harris stated, crediting international support for Ukraine's continued independence.

Trump countered, saying millions have died and the situation could escalate to World War III under current policies. He accused the Biden administration of lacking the courage to confront Europe and vowed to settle the conflict swiftly due to his relationships with both Putin and Zelenskyy. Trump also criticized Harris for not attending a critical address by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and accused her of being weak on national security.

(With inputs from agencies.)