US halts some weapons shipments to Ukraine

As Russia’s attacks on Ukraine increase, the United States claims that it is halting some weapons deliveries to Kyiv that were promised by the Biden administration.

As the Pentagon reviews the current inventory levels, the pledges made during the Biden-era, which included various munitions to bolster Ukraine’s defenses, are now being reviewed. Under President Donald Trump, who has pushed for a more restrained global military posture, the move may indicate a shift in priorities.

Following a review of our country’s military support and assistance to other nations around the world, White House spokesman Anna Kelly stated in a statement on Tuesday that “this decision was made to put America’s interests first.”

According to a US official who spoke on condition of anonymity, the Pentagon’s internal analysis revealed some stockpiles were “too low” to justify a US-led transfer to Ukraine, according to Politico, which first reported the suspension of military aid.

A significant tax and defense spending bill in Congress, according to Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell, would improve systems for long-term deterrence, noting that “America’s military has never been more ready and capable.

According to Politico and other US media reports, Patriot air defense systems missiles, precision artillery, and Hellfire missiles are among the items being blocked.

Russia’s assault is getting worse

Russia’s continued aerial bombardment of Ukraine during one of the war’s most difficult times comes at a precarious time. With Kyiv and Moscow’s talks still stalled, hopes for a ceasefire have waned even more.

The US has given Ukraine more than $66 billion in weapons and security assistance since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022.

Washington has urged its allies to provide air defense systems, particularly Patriot missile batteries, throughout the conflict. Many NATO members, especially those who are wary of Russia, continue to be reluctant to give up the systems.

Trump acknowledged Ukraine’s request for more Patriots during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy last week at the NATO summit.

According to Trump, “They do want to have the Patriots,” or “as they call them.” We’ll check to see if we can offer some. They are also necessary for us. They are very effective and are being supplied to Israel. Hard to believe how effective it is.

The US Department of Defense’s undersecretary for policy, Elbridge Colby, stated that the administration was looking into how to balance maintaining support for Ukraine with domestic readiness.