Trump vs. Harris: The European Jitters Over U.S. Election's Impact on Ukraine

As the U.S. presidential election between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump approaches, European leaders express concerns over its impact on the Ukraine conflict and transatlantic security. With Trump's past unpredictability and differing views on NATO, officials anticipate potential policy shifts and their implications for Ukraine and Europe.

As the closely contested U.S. presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump enters its final phase, Europe is on edge about how the election results could affect the war in Ukraine and the continent's security. European officials express unease over what a Trump victory could mean, given his unpredictable stance during his previous tenure.

European leaders, nervous about transatlantic relations, fear that Trump's return might alter U.S. support for Ukraine. The Biden administration, along with European allies, preemptively crafted strategies like a $50 billion G7 loan to mitigate any abrupt withdrawal of U.S. aid to Kyiv in the event of policy changes under Trump's potential leadership.

While Trump has hinted at ending the war swiftly, he has not detailed his approach. Meanwhile, Harris is anticipated to uphold current U.S. support for Ukraine. As European leaders brace for the election's outcome, the uncertainty surrounding U.S. policy looms large over their strategic planning.

(With inputs from agencies.)