#Ukraine’s #Victory #Plan #Faces #Mixed #Reactions from #Western #Allies

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has unveiled a new “victory plan“ aimed at bringing an end to Ukraine’s nearly three-year war with Russia. The plan, which includes Ukraine’s invitation to NATO and the permission to use long-range Western missiles to strike Russia, has met with mixed responses from Ukraine’s Western allies. While some analysts say the plan is necessary for Ukraine’s military efforts, there are concerns among allies about the risk of escalating the conflict with a nuclear-armed Russia. U.S. support is crucial, but the Biden administration is unlikely to make any major decisions before the 2024 presidential election, according to experts. Zelenskyy, however, remains optimistic, stating that he expects feedback soon from the White House. Other Western leaders, such as French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, have voiced support for rallying nations behind the plan. Meanwhile, Germany and Hungary have shown reluctance, with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Or