There are two scenarios, they will be considered in Washington: Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Herbst on U.S. arms deliveries to Ukraine

He expressed this opinion on Espreso TV.

"The United States could actively hinder the transfer of American weaponry to Ukraine, and this could indeed become part of official policy. Unfortunately, I can't say with certainty that this won't happen, but I consider this development unlikely. Given the logic behind Trump's approach, a sensible and justified policy would be to allow Ukraine — either directly through credit mechanisms or via European countries — to purchase modern American weapons to strengthen its defense capabilities on the battlefield. In my opinion, this is not just a likely scenario but one of the most realistic directions for future policy," explained Herbst.

The diplomat suggested that the U.S. may continue to provide Ukraine with limited military aid.

"Another option, which is somewhat more likely but still uncertain, is that the U.S. may allow the transfer of certain types of weapons to Ukraine while restricting access to others. However, I don't believe the United States will actively block the supply of American weapons to Ukraine. That would be a serious strategic mistake," he noted. 

Herbst also emphasized that blocking arms supplies to Ukraine could be a strategic mistake for the U.S., as other countries might become more cautious or even refuse to purchase American weaponry.

"Such a policy would not only undermine U.S. national security but also damage trust in American defense industries, as other countries would become more cautious about purchasing American arms. At the same time, it would severely harm the international standing and leadership position of the United States," he concluded.

• U.S. President Donald Trump, after a personal conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the funeral of Pope Francis, issued a statement sharply criticizing Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin.