US Suspends Air Defense Weapons to Ukraine Amid Stockpile Concerns

The Czech President Petr Pavel has indicated that support for Ukraine might shift depending on the outcome of the upcoming parliamentary elections, though he urges continued commitment to security and military aid, including large-caliber ammunition supplies. Meanwhile, the United States, under President Donald Trump's administration, has paused deliveries of critical air defense missiles and precision munitions to Ukraine due to concerns about depleting US stockpiles, a move that has caused significant concern in Kyiv amid ongoing Russian missile and drone attacks. Ukrainian officials have expressed frustration and disappointment, with some MPs stating that the US is no longer a reliable ally and criticizing the "America First" policy approach that prioritizes US interests over Ukrainian defense needs. This reduction in US military aid has compelled Ukraine to seek alternative support from other allies to sustain its defense capabilities. The Pentagon's decision to halt shipments has been described as having life-and-death consequences for Ukraine's ability to defend against Russian strikes. These developments come as some of Ukraine's traditional allies reassess their priorities in the prolonged conflict with Russia.