A spokesman for the President of Russia Dmitry Pieskow commented on suspension of deliveries. – If we understand, the reason for the decision was empty warehouses, but The less weapon supplied to Ukraine, the closer to the end of the “special military operation” – he said.
“All this weapon must be destroyed,” said Gruszko. – There are international procedures in this area. It belongs eliminate, utilize and place under control.
The Russian deputy minister stated that The weapon provided by the West is a long -term threatcomparing it to American Stinger shells sent to Afghan fighters in the 1980s, which later appeared on global black markets.
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Americans treat their own national security “priority”
Pieskow's comments are a consequence of Washington suspending key supply of anti -aircraft and precise weapons, Allegedly because of the fears of reducing American stocks. This movement can complicate Ukraine's ability to defend against Russia's constant attack.
The break occurs when Ukraine faces the severity of Russian raids. The Pentagon review reportedly showed deficiencies of Patriot shells for air defense, guided bombs, Hellfire shells and artillery shells – many of which are crucial for the defense of Ukraine.
While the Pentagon did not comment on the case, Anna Kelly, the deputy of the Press Secretary of the White House, confirmed the decision saying that It was based on the assessment of the Defense Department and aimed at priority treatment of US national security.
According to reports, the defense secretary Pete HegeSeth was to sign an order delaying delivery after conducting an internal audit of American ammunition reserves. Deliveries may remain suspended until the review is completed.
This means the second serious freezing of American military assistance for Ukraine under President Donald Trump. In March, the administration temporarily suspended support in the field of weapons and interview, which was later partly restored after how Ukraine agreed to the US suspension proposed by the USA.
At the last week's NATO summit, Trump confirmed Ukraine's request for more air defense systems, but said that he was missing, adding that Washington “will see what you can do”.
Donald Trump, US president, during a press conference after the NATO summit. Haga, June 25, 2025EPA / Remko de Wal / PAP
The sources of the pentagon claim that they contribute to the delay competing global needs, including Support for US and allies, such as Israel. For now, the Ukrainian troops are in the face of intensified Russian attacks, and less Western ammunition reaches the front line.
Ukrainians want to talk to the Americans
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine stated that did not receive an official notification of suspension or delay of American military assistance And he is looking for explanations in connection with reports on suspension of deliveries.
“The Ukrainian side acknowledged reports of delays in the supply of some parts of previously assigned American defense assistance packages and verifies the actual circumstances of these supplies,” the ministry said.
Officials said that They analyze every element of help and asked for talks with American counterparts. In a statement, the ministry also called public opinion to rely on official sources in the face of speculation.
Earlier, the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the deputy head of the US Diplomatic Mission John Ginkel to emphasize “Critical meaning” of continuous military supportwarning that “all delays or fluctuations in supporting the defense of Ukraine will only encourage the aggressor to continue the war.”
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