Trump and NATO must bolster Ukraine with weapons to defeat Russia

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has drawn significant international attention, particularly surrounding the role of Vladimir Putin and his ambitions in Europe. He has aggressively sought to expand Russian control, threatening not only Ukraine but also other nations such as Moldova, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. Throughout the conflict, there has been a notable misstep by the United States and its allies; fearing an escalation in responses from Putin, they have been cautious in providing military support to Ukraine. This hesitance has allowed Russian aggression to proliferate and sustain, with many arguing that stronger action was required to deter Putin's advances. Under the Biden administration, there was an initial reluctance to provide Ukraine with adequate military support, stemming from fears of provoking a reaction that could escalate into nuclear conflict. However, this attitude appears to have emboldened Putin, who has continuously pushed for a decisive victory in the region, seeing vulnerabilities in the West's response. The miscalculation has led to a situation where Ukraine remains under-resourced against the Russian military machine, which can capitalize on these shortcomings if not countered effectively. The solution posited suggests a strategy that revolves around overwhelming military support for Ukraine, which could include advanced weaponry and a more aggressive stance in targeting places within Russia that support its military efforts. The proposed approach emphasizes the necessity of demonstrating strength against Putin to repel his ambitions, fundamentally altering the dynamics of the current conflict. By doing so, it is hoped that the pressure would force Putin to the negotiating table, leading to a more favorable peace outcome for Ukraine and undermining the perception of the United States and NATO as declining powers. Additionally, the economic sanctions currently imposed on Russia have started to have a visible impact, stratifying its economy. While there was an alleged economic growth in the previous two years, it primarily resulted from substantial military expenditures and extensive money printing, creating an unsustainable economic environment. Thus, the expectation is to shatter Putin's plans for expansion through a decisively stronger military aid to Ukraine, reinforcing Ukraine's sovereignty and independence as a nation and pushing back against any notion of Kremlin dominance in Europe.