Trump halts military aid to Ukraine, not just cuts it — Ukrainian World Congress

Vice President of the Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) in North America and Vice President of the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA) Marta Farion stated on Espreso TV.

"All statements made by a government should be viewed with a cynical eye. The Ukrainian news reported that after the conversation, Trump said he was disappointed that nothing had been agreed with Putin. But the US says otherwise. They say that Trump and Putin agreed on new business ties to restore economic relations between the two countries. They say that businessmen should be able to do business, which means that money and financial interests come first," Farion said.

As the Ukrainian World Congress Vice President said, according to information circulating in the United States, Trump has not only reduced, but completely stopped military aid to Ukraine. This is very disturbing and even catastrophic news.

"It's hard to imagine that anyone in the ministry made such a decision without Trump's will. But we know that Ukraine must defend itself and work closely with Europe. Although the greatest need now is for the Patriot system, and only America can provide these weapons," Farion emphasized.

Background

On July 2, the media reported that The United States has suspended deliveries of certain air defense missiles and precision-guided munitions to Ukraine over concerns about shrinking U.S. stockpiles.

The Ukrainian side currently has no official confirmation of a suspension of missile and other ammunition supplies from the United States for air defense systems.

In addition, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry invited the U.S. Chargé d'Affaires to discuss military assistance and defense cooperation amid escalating Russian aggression. The two sides also discussed ongoing consultations on defense supplies and future contacts to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities and pressure on Russia.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte responded by recognizing the right of the United States to take care of its interests, but emphasized the importance of further military assistance to Ukraine. A Pentagon spokesman told Ukrinform that the U.S. Department of Defense continues to provide President Donald Trump with options for further military assistance to Ukraine.

On Wednesday, July 2, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine and the United States are currently clarifying all the details of defense support supplies at the working level, including air defense components.