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The financial implications of this offensive were staggering, with estimates suggesting that Russia expended approximately $1 billion worth of military hardware in just a few hours. Further compounding these worries, the Financial Times cited sources from the U.S. National Security Council indicating that Russia was preparing to launch more advanced supersonic and hypersonic missiles soon.
Political Ramifications and Concerns
As the situation unfolds, fears grow regarding the potential shift in U.S. foreign policy come January with the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. The anxiety among Ukrainians is palpable, especially in light of recent threats posed by Trump against Canada, a nation traditionally seen as a close ally of the United States.