US midterm elections increasingly shape Washington's foreign policy

The upcoming US midterm elections are increasingly influencing Washington's foreign policy decisions regarding Ukraine and the Middle East.

Former Ukrainian Ambassador Valeriy Chalyi cautioned that a potential Republican loss of control in Congress could shift American lawmakers' focus toward internal domestic conflicts, diminishing attention to Kyiv. Meanwhile, White House advisers have reportedly urged President Donald Trump to avoid military escalation with Iran to protect Republican electoral prospects in November.

Despite ongoing partisan gridlock delaying key legislative measures, such as new anti-Russian sanctions, a visiting bipartisan US congressional delegation in Kyiv reaffirmed continued support. American lawmakers stated that Washington aims to ensure Ukraine negotiates from a position of strength, even as internal policy disputes complicate passing concrete legislation.

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