Europe Ramps Up Defense Spending as U.S. Halts Ukraine Aid

The EU and NATO allies pledge billions in military support for Ukraine as President Trump's policies strain transatlantic ties.

The U.S. has suspended military aid to Ukraine, including weapons, intelligence sharing, and humanitarian supplies, under President Donald Trump's administration.
European nations are stepping in to fill the gap, with the EU proposing a €20 billion aid package and countries like France and the UK increasing intelligence and weapon deliveries to Ukraine.
The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reports that Ukraine has become the world's largest arms importer, accounting for 8.8% of global heavy weapons imports between 2020 and 2024.
European nations have significantly increased defense spending, with imports of heavy weaponry rising by 155% in response to the Russian invasion and uncertainty over U.S. policy.
Russia continues its aggressive campaign, including a massive drone attack and ballistic missile strikes, while Ukraine develops new long-range weapons and ramps up domestic arms production.