Joe Biden gave Ukraine the green light in November to use ATACMS long-range weapons against Russian targets. Britain followed suit.
The decision was controversial because it was announced shortly after Donald Trump's election victory. The Republican Party hinted at the move on Monday.
War in Ukraine. Trump criticizes Biden. “Why did they do that?”
– I think (Biden administration editor) should not have allowed missiles to be launched deep into Russia (…). And certainly not a few weeks before I took office (according to me, the editor). Why did they do this without asking me? I will not do that, President Trump declared in Florida.
The incoming US president called his predecessor's actions a “big mistake” that could be corrected. The Republican stressed that he may reconsider ATACMS' decision.
united states of america. President Trump is hopeful for an agreement. He pointed to Mr. Zelensky and Mr. Putin.
Asked about the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, President Trump said he hoped the leaders of both countries would “reach an agreement.” As he explained, “too many people are dying” and action is needed.
– In the war between Russia and Ukraine, far more people died than reported. This is a massacre not seen since World War II. “We are doing everything in our power to prevent that,” he continued.
The US president-elect also did not invite Volodymyr Zelensky to his inauguration, but acknowledged that “if he wanted to come, he would be happy to come.” We would like to inform you that the ceremony at the Capitol is scheduled for January 20th.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz receives no vote of confidence in German Bundestag/Deutsche Welle/Deutsche Welle
