# Why have US-Ukraine relations soured ahead of the midterms?

https://mins.news/en/item/101928

- France 24, 2026-10-15 17:54 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20261015-why-have-us-ukraine-relations-soured-ahead-of-the-midterms

> Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday that he felt “betrayed” after access to US intelligence and SpaceX satellite services was seemingly restricted, renewing questions about Washington’s commitment to Ukraine. With Trump facing pressure over rising fuel prices, is the White House hoping criticism of Kyiv will shift blame?

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