In a shift in policy, Donald Trump declared that the United States will provide additional defensive weapons to Ukraine. The statement comes after a short-lived suspension of certain military supplies. Trump highlighted the importance of Ukraine’s ability to defend itself. The review, initiated by the White House, considered US military spending and foreign aid, with a focus on prioritizing American interests. This decision was made despite the previous halt to military aid in March. The decision to increase aid comes after calls with both Putin and Zelensky. Trump stated he was not happy with Putin, while the call with Zelensky was positive. This follows requests for bolstering Ukraine’s defenses against Russian attacks. The US has been the leading military supporter of Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began.
