Trump Announces US Plans to Send More Defensive Weapons to Ukraine

President Donald Trump announced that the United States will resume sending additional defensive weapons to Ukraine to help the country defend itself against intensified Russian attacks. This decision follows a recent pause in some shipments, including air defense missiles, which was initially justified by concerns over U.S. military reserves and a strategic focus on potential conflicts in the Pacific. Trump emphasized the urgency of supporting Ukraine, stating that the nation is 'getting hit very hard' and needs to defend itself. Although Trump expressed disappointment over Russian President Vladimir Putin's unwillingness to negotiate peace, he reaffirmed U.S. commitment to aiding Ukraine’s defense capabilities, including discussions on enhancing air defense systems. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has also been involved in talks with Trump to increase defensive capacity, while Germany is exploring the purchase of Patriot missile systems to support Ukraine. The Trump administration frames this military aid as part of a broader strategy to bring the war to an end while balancing American defense priorities.