Trump Resumes Defensive Weapons Shipments to Ukraine Amid Gaza Ceasefire Efforts

President Donald Trump has resumed shipments of defensive weapons to Ukraine amid escalating Russian drone attacks, emphasizing the need for Ukraine to defend itself while expressing a desire to end the war and criticizing Russian President Vladimir Putin for refusing ceasefire negotiations. The Pentagon confirmed that additional defensive arms are being sent under Trump's direction, aligning with America First defense priorities. However, this move follows a recent freeze on shipments, reflecting a complex and fluctuating U.S. policy toward the conflict. Meanwhile, the war in Ukraine continues to intensify, with Russian drones targeting civilian infrastructure and casualties mounting, signaling a dire and deteriorating situation. Diplomatically, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to Washington focuses on Gaza, where a ceasefire remains elusive due to fundamental disagreements over Hamas' control and demands, complicating efforts to end the conflict. Analysts note a shifting global power dynamic, with Trump engaging Putin and authorizing military strikes in Iran, indicating a hardening U.S. stance in multiple conflict zones while the war in Gaza persists without a clear resolution.