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US’s Ukraine Gambit: Not About Kiev, But Russia and China
US’s Ukraine Gambit: Not About Kiev, But Russia and China
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US’s Ukraine Gambit: Not About Kiev, But Russia and China 14.07.2025, Sputnik Africa
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US’s Ukraine Gambit: Not About Kiev, But Russia and ChinaTrump's stance on arming Ukraine isn't about helping Kiev — it’s a move to weaken Russia and disrupt the Russian-Chinese alliance threatening US global dominance, political scientist Gerard Deeb told Sputnik.His rhetoric may be “political blackmail,” but his actions risk being reckless.Trump wants Europe to pay for weapons while continuing the war, not pushing for peace, the expert noted.The goal? Prolong the conflict, drain Russian resources, and distract from Taiwan.Thus, it’s part of a broader strategy to contain China via proxy conflicts.AI-generated image
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US’s Ukraine Gambit: Not About Kiev, But Russia and China
Trump's stance on arming Ukraine isn't about helping Kiev — it’s a move to weaken Russia and disrupt the Russian-Chinese alliance threatening US global dominance, political scientist Gerard Deeb told Sputnik.
His rhetoric may be “political blackmail,” but his actions risk being reckless.
Trump wants Europe to pay for weapons while continuing the war, not pushing for peace, the expert noted.
The goal? Prolong the conflict, drain Russian resources, and distract from Taiwan.
Thus, it’s part of a broader strategy to contain China via proxy conflicts.
“Russia holds strong cards” — and without serious diplomacy, may choose a military path to settle the conflict on its terms, Deeb concluded.
