Upcoming US midterms risk overshadowing foreign policy priorities in Ukraine and Iran

As the United States approaches pivotal midterm elections, political observers warn that potential Republican losses in Congress could shift Washington's focus toward domestic disputes, diminishing bandwidth for foreign policy priorities like Ukraine. Former Ukrainian Ambassador Valeriy Chalyi noted that losing control of both legislative chambers would leave American lawmakers largely absorbed in internal battles.

Concurrently, reports indicate senior advisers are urging President Donald Trump to avoid escalating tensions with Iran to safeguard party prospects ahead of the vote. Meanwhile, a visiting bipartisan delegation of US congressmen in Kyiv reaffirmed support, emphasizing that Ukraine must negotiate from a "position of strength." However, lawmakers acknowledged that political gridlock in Washington continues to stall key legislation, including new sanctions targeting Russia.

Sources: Liga net, NV, Радіо Свобода, Українська правда.