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Trump Reverses Arms Freeze, Resumes Ukraine Weapons Deliveries

The decision follows a Pentagon review of U.S. munitions prompted by mounting Russian drone and missile attacks.

In this photo provided by the Ukrainian Emergency Service, firefighters put out the fire following a Russian attack in Kyiv region, Ukraine, Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (Ukrainian Emergency Service via AP)
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Firefighters work at an apartment building which was damaged during Russian drone and missile strikes in Kyiv on July 4.

Overview

  • At President Trump’s direction, the Pentagon has resumed shipments of air-defense interceptors and precision-guided munitions to Ukraine.
  • The brief halt formed part of a capability review intended to gauge U.S. stockpile readiness after recent deployments in the Middle East.
  • Trump publicly rebuked President Vladimir Putin for sustaining drone and missile barrages that have inflicted civilian casualties.
  • Ukrainian officials say recent Russian strikes killed at least 11 civilians and injured more than 80, underscoring Kyiv’s need for bolstered air defenses.
  • President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pressed Western allies for sustained aid and discussed potential deliveries of additional Patriot batteries to protect Ukraine’s skies.