An expert argues that Petro Poroshenko's recent comments comparing Vladimir Putin's actions to those of Donald Trump are harming Ukraine's relationship with the United States. These statements, made before a significant US-Ukraine agreement, are viewed as undermining the country's efforts to secure favorable conditions in both economics and security from the US.
Poroshenko's remarks likened Putin's annexation of Crimea to Trump's alleged ambitions regarding Greenland and Canada. The expert contends that this comparison is detrimental to Ukraine's interests, particularly with the US playing a crucial role in the country's future.
The expert believes Poroshenko's actions constitute a gift to Putin, and that his statements damage Ukraine's image in the international arena. The timing, directly before an important US-Ukraine agreement, exacerbates this negative impact. The expert highlights the potential harm to Ukraine's international support at a critical juncture.
The article mentions that Poroshenko has been officially charged with treason.