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EU Officials Blame Trump Personal Motives for Ukraine Aid Woes

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump shifted his Ukraine stance, prompting European officials to cite personal motives.
  • British minister David Lidington said Trump’s self-interest drives support for dictators and U.S. business.
  • EU official said Trump “doesn’t like” President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, hindering U.S. peace aid.
  • EU diplomat warned Trump could reverse anti-Ukraine actions because of policy volatility.
  • The diplomat added Trump appears pro-Russian toward President Vladimir Putin, despite criticizing Ukraine and NATO.