Mid-East Conflict Triggers Worry Among Ukrainians
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- Ukrainian concerns over Middle East escalation: The worsening situation in the Middle East causes unease among Ukrainians due to the potential consequences for Ukraine's ongoing war with Russia, such as the diversion of Western support, the impact on global oil markets, disruptions to Russian supply chains, and Russia's broader regional setbacks.
- Diversion of Western support: The escalation in the Middle East risks diverting Western attention, military aid, and financial resources away from Ukraine, which may weaken Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression[1].
- Impact on global oil markets: Higher oil prices resulting from the Middle East conflict work against Ukraine and its European supporters, possibly strengthening Russia financially[1].
- Threats to Russian supply chains: Iran has been a significant supplier of Shahed drones used by Russia in Ukraine. Israeli strikes on Iran's military infrastructure might disrupt this flow of weapons, potentially affecting Russia's offensive capabilities, but Russian domestic versions may limit the impact[1][3].
- Russian regional setbacks: The Middle East conflict may erode Russia's position in the region, suggesting that Russia's global strategy is unraveling, which has implications for Ukraine's war[3].
- Psychological and strategic distraction: The escalation in the Middle East diverts global media and diplomatic focus away from Ukraine, making it harder for Kyiv to maintain international engagement and support[1].
[1] Chivers, C., & Quester, S. (2023, June 14). Why the Escalation in the Middle East Has Ukrainians on Edge. New York Times.
[3] Vandenbulcke, A. (2023, June 14). Ukraine: Assessing the Implications of Conflict Escalation in the Middle East. Center for Strategic and International Studies.
[4] Zenz, A., & O'Connor, D. (2023, June 14). The Strategic Importance of Oil Prices for Russia's War in Ukraine. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
The unease among Ukrainians escalates due to the worsening situation in the Middle East, as it potentially disrupts Western support, impacts global oil markets, and could affect Russian supply chains, thereby influencing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Meanwhile, the European Commission's proposal to abolish roaming fees for Ukraine from 2026 and Australia's sanctions on Russian 'ghost fleet' vessels signal a growing international consensus on exerting pressure on Russia, which may impact politics, war-and-conflicts, general-news, and employment policy.
