Former US officials say Trump is taking Russia's side against Ukraine

Summary

Former US Army lieutenant General Ben Hodges warns that Washington's approach is weakening Ukraine's defences. Former US ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker urges Europe to prepare for a future with less American support.

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1. Euronews

   21 Oct 2026, 10:13 UTCSource ↗

   Euronews reports that former US Army lieutenant General Ben Hodges warns Washington's approach is weakening Ukraine's defences, while former US ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker urges Europe to prepare for a future with less American support.