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One of the most striking moments of the exchange came when President Trump challenged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, saying "you have no cards" and suggesting that Ukraine risks escalating tensions leading to World War III without U.S. support. Pompeo resonated with Trump's assertion, reinforcing that Ukraine's stability and well-being are inextricably linked to America's backing.
This support, he indicated, is crucial not just for Ukraine itself but for global security broadly. Pompeo believes that effective and robust U.S. intervention can potentially steer Ukraine towards a favorable outcome, signifying the broader implications of well-devised international strategy in overcoming autocratic aggression.