Part 6/10:
- Umbrella of Influence and Time Buying: The deal functions as a political gambit, buying time for the U.S. by reinforcing its influence over Ukraine and potentially pressuring Russia through economic dominance in the region.
A Signal to Moscow and European Allies
The U.S.'s embedded presence in Ukraine’s reconstruction signals to Russia that Washington intends to maintain a long-term strategic foothold. Simultaneously, it subtly pressures European allies to assert their interests in Ukraine's future, risking frictions over resource control, influence, and regional dominance.