US midterm election campaign impacts foreign policy decisions on Ukraine and Iran

Upcoming US midterm elections are increasingly shaping Washington’s foreign policy priorities regarding Ukraine and Iran. According to former Ukrainian diplomat Valeriy Chalyi, a potential loss of Republican majorities in Congress could divert American political focus away from Ukraine toward internal political battles. Meanwhile, reports indicate top advisers have urged President Donald Trump to avoid escalating conflict with Iran prior to November to safeguard Republican electoral prospects.

During a recent visit to Kyiv, a bipartisan delegation of US lawmakers reaffirmed support for Ukraine, emphasizing that military and economic pressure should position Kyiv strongly for future negotiations. However, delegates acknowledged that legislative gridlock in Washington continues to delay key measures, including proposed sanctions against Russia.

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