# Democrats’ congressional win could strengthen Ukraine’s hand against Russia

https://mins.news/en/item/134331

- Al Jazeera, 2026-11-08 09:30 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/11/8/democrats-congressional-win-could-strengthen-ukraines-hand-against-russia?traffic_source=rss

> Democrats’ victories in the US midterms will give them control of both houses of Congress and a check on Trump, potentially improving Ukraine’s position. Kyiv nevertheless faces uncertainty over continued US military aid, while analysts say bipartisan support remains important and a new ambassador to Washington is needed.

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