Elina Svitolina has levelled serious accusations against Donald Trump, stating that his decisions have “deeply impacted Ukrainians” amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
As Ukraine’s highest-ranked tennis player, Svitolina has passionately advocated for peace and resilience within her country, using her platform in the WTA as a conduit for her message.
Recently, the current US president found himself embroiled in a heated and contentious dispute with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, resulting in the United States suspending military support to the European nation.
Since the onset of Russia’s all-out invasion three years ago, the US has been Ukraine’s principal military ally.
This significant setback threatens to strip Ukraine of some of its most powerful weaponry on the battlefield, heightening the pressure on Kyiv to consider a peace settlement.
Elina Svitolina has been vocal about the war in Ukraine. Daniel Pockett via Getty Images
Ukrainian forces rely heavily on satellite communication systems provided by Elon Musk’s Starlink to maintain contact on the frontline, alongside American intelligence for tracking Russian troop movements and identifying targets for Ukrainian strikes.
If the US ceases to share intelligence from satellites and other resources, it would significantly undermine Ukraine’s ability to retaliate against Russia, particularly as other allies lack the necessary resources to compensate.
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In a recent interview with The Athletic, Svitolina expressed her dismay at Trump’s actions, highlighting the “harm” they have caused.
“The United States has been a significant support to us for a long time,” Svitolina remarked.
“Our government is diligently searching for alternative solutions to these decisions. They’re exploring every possible avenue to find new allies or resources.”
“We remain hopeful for a positive outcome. We’re facing unimaginable challenges and the ongoing uncertainty about what tomorrow holds.”
“At this moment, I feel an even stronger unity among us, especially as we perceive that the United States’ support has dwindled in recent weeks.”
“We must come together and support one another for the sake of our beloved country. Trump has only just begun and has already implemented numerous decisions that have profoundly affected Ukrainians. It saddens me deeply for all the innocent lives caught in this situation.”
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