Trump Presidency Expected to Shift U.S. Policies

The election of Donald Trump as U.S. president signals potential shifts in foreign policy, particularly concerning Ukraine, where his administration may reduce support for Kyiv amid his allies' overtures to Russia. Trump has expressed intentions to extricate the U.S. from the Ukraine conflict, raising concerns among European leaders who are reconsidering their backing of Ukraine. Meanwhile, Biden's recent green light for Ukraine to strike deep into Russian territory could escalate tensions, especially as Trump perceives any such moves as obstructing his future negotiations with Putin. In addition, significant geopolitical flashpoints, including Israel-Iran and China-Taiwan, could further complicate international relations during Trump's presidency. The current escalation in Ukraine, marked by drone strikes on Kyiv and Russia's nuclear posture changes, highlights the precarious situation ahead. As Trump prepares to take office, analysts speculate that his unilateralist 'America First' policies may increase global trade tensions and strain relationships with NATO allies.