Trump-Zelensky rift deepens as US intelligence threats mount

Tensions between Ukraine and the US have escalated following a Trump-Putin agreement and threats to withhold intelligence, potentially worsening security for Kyiv, according to Reuters. The crisis intensified after disruptions to SpaceX's Starshield military satellite network, reportedly ordered by the White House, raising concerns ahead of winter Russian attacks. Trump's October 9 deal to ease sanctions and import Russian diesel also drew public criticism from Zelensky. Ukrainian officials warn that without US intelligence, intercepting Russian missiles becomes harder. While Kyiv maintains contacts with US envoys, experts say Trump could still limit arms supplies or intelligence sharing, though congressional Republicans may resist actions favoring Moscow.