Future Advisor to newly elected US President Donald Trump on National Security, Mike Walz, revealed in an interview with CBS News on December 15th about plans for military assistance to Ukraine.
With the recent elections in the United States, all eyes are on President-elect Donald Trump and his choices for his cabinet. One of those choices is retired Lieutenant Colonel Mike Walz, who will be advising Trump on national security. In a recent interview with CBS News, Walz opened up about his plans for military assistance to Ukraine.
The conflict in Ukraine has been ongoing since 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea. The US has been providing military aid to Ukraine since then, but Walz believes more needs to be done. «We need to send lethal weapons to Ukraine in their fight against Russian aggression,» Walz told CBS News.
Currently, the US provides non-lethal aid such as body armor and vehicles to Ukraine. However, Walz argues that this is not enough to combat Russian aggression. He believes that providing lethal weapons will give Ukraine a better chance at defending themselves and sending a strong message to Russia.
This has been an ongoing debate within the US government, with some officials hesitant to provide lethal weapons to Ukraine. But Walz remains confident that this is the right decision. «The world needs to know that America stands with Ukraine in their fight for freedom and democracy,» he said.
The decision to provide Ukraine with lethal weapons will also have a significant impact on US-Russia relations. But according to Walz, this should not be a factor in the decision. «Our priority should be the safety and security of our allies, not appeasing Russia,» he stated.
Walz also addressed the concern of potential escalation in the conflict by providing lethal weapons. He believes that the US should provide these weapons with proper training and support to ensure they are used responsibly. «We cannot let fear dictate our actions. We must stand by our principles and support those fighting for their freedom,» he said.
The announcement of plans for military assistance to Ukraine has been met with mixed reactions. Some argue that this would only escalate the conflict, while others believe it is necessary to support Ukraine’s fight against Russian aggression.
But for Walz, the decision is clear. «As a nation built on freedom and democracy, it is our responsibility to support those who are fighting for the same values,» he said. «Providing lethal weapons to Ukraine is the right thing to do and will ultimately lead to a stronger and more secure Ukraine.»
In addition to military aid, Walz also spoke about the importance of strengthening ties with Ukraine and other Eastern European countries. He believes that maintaining strong alliances in the region is crucial in deterring Russian aggression.
As he prepares to take on his role as Advisor to the President on National Security, Walz remains committed to protecting and supporting our allies. «We must be proactive in our approach to national security and stand united with our allies against any threats,» he said.
President-elect Trump’s choice of Mike Walz as his advisor on national security reflects his determination to stand strong against Russian aggression and support those fighting for their freedom. The future looks promising for US-Ukraine relations with Walz at the helm.
