From Slate Magazine · Ian Prasad Philbrick · · 1m 20s
Trump Threw Ukraine Under Bus for Gas Prices
Trump's plan to import Russian diesel risks Ukraine's military communications.
In brief
Trump's plan to import Russian diesel risks Ukraine's military communications. Trump's attempt to lower U.S. gas prices by importing Russian diesel threatens Ukraine's military communications. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
Trump Announces Russian Diesel Plan
Trump proposed importing millions of barrels of Russian diesel, which has been under U.S. sanctions since Russia started the war with Ukraine.
Trump Criticizes Zelensky
Trump said, 'I think it’s time for Ukraine to get a new president.'
“I think it’s time for Ukraine to get a new president.”
Ukraine's Satellite Access Limited
The White House temporarily limited Ukraine’s access to a SpaceX-made satellite system for battlefield communications.
Ukraine Loses Military Drones
The interruption foiled attacks and cost Ukraine military drones.
Zelensky Expresses Betrayal
Zelensky expressed betrayal after Trump demanded Ukraine stop attacking Russian energy infrastructure.
Trump's History with Ukraine
Trump has previously taken Putin’s side and helped Ukraine by letting it manufacture American weapon systems.
Trump's Gas Price Desperation
Trump is scrambling to lower U.S. gas prices ahead of the midterm elections.
Republicans Push Back
Several GOP members of Congress have joined Democrats in objecting to the diesel deal.
Trump's Betrayal of Ukraine
Trump's actions have already cost Ukrainian lives and may prolong the war.
What matters most
Trump's attempt to lower U.S. gas prices by importing Russian diesel threatens Ukraine's military communications.
