German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has reiterated his refusal to supply Ukraine with long-range precision weapons, including Taurus cruise missiles, citing concerns over escalation risks. Despite ongoing requests from Ukraine and pressure from some German politicians, Scholz emphasized that this stance remains unchanged, regardless of NATO allies' decisions. In contrast, Germany has seen a significant drop in arms exports to Israel, with export licenses plummeting from 326 million euros to just 14.5 million euros as of August 2024. The dynamics of Western support for Ukraine are also waning, with new aid commitments declining compared to previous years, as highlighted by a report from the Kiel Institute. The United States remains the largest donor of military aid to Ukraine, but its contributions relative to GDP are lower than those of neighboring countries. Scholz's decisions have sparked criticism both domestically and from Ukrainian officials, who argue that Germany's hesitance undermines Ukraine's defense efforts against Russian aggression.