Ukraine's Fate Hangs on US Aid Amid Russian Threats

Western officials are warning that Ukraine is "certain to fail" against Russia if the US does not provide more aid. The delay in the US Congress approving an aid package has raised concerns about Ukraine's defense and its ability to hold off Russian aggression. The immediate concern is the impact on Ukraine's ongoing counteroffensive, with doubts about its success without continued US support. Western officials also fear that the loss or delay of US support will affect aid from European allies. Without additional US aid, Ukraine would run out of crucial munitions, leading to potential defeat. The fall of Ukraine would have dire consequences, including ethnic cleansing and total destruction, causing deep fears among America's European allies.