Trump Pledges to Send More Weapons to Ukraine
Trump Pledges to Send More Weapons to Ukraine
nytimes.com
Author: Luke Broadwater and Maggie Haberman
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Published on: 07/07/2025 | 00:00:00
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Trump Pledges to Send More Weapons to Ukraine "They have to be able to defend themselves," he said. July 7, 2025 President Trump said on Monday that the United States would send more weapons to Ukraine to help it fend off Russia’s invasion. Mr. Trump’s comments appeared to signal a reversal after his administration paused some weapons transfers just last week. White House spokeswoman describes decision as an assessment of munitions provided around the globe. Two people briefed on the pause said Mr. Trump directed the Pentagon to review available stockpiles around the time the United States conducted surgical bombing attacks on three Iranian nuclear weapons sites. But on Friday, Russia attacked Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities with the largest number of drones and missiles launched in a single barrage so far in the war. Trump said the United States would sell more Patriot missiles to Ukraine. "They’re going to need something because they’re being hit pretty hard," he said. The issue of whether to supply military aid to Ukraine has bitterly divided Republicans. The Weapon Ukrainians Fear at Night: Russia’s long-range drone program has brought about a deadly new phase in the war. Resettled Ukrainians: The Trump administration suspended a temporary humanitarian program for Ukrainians. Now many are losing their ability to work, and fear deportation. How We verify our reporting Our team analyzes satellite images, photographs, videos and radio transmissions to independently confirm troop movements and other details.
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