Overview

• President Trump has paused U.S. military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine, disrupting Kyiv's ability to counter Russian attacks and raising concerns among NATO allies.
• European nations face challenges in filling the gap left by the U.S., with limited intelligence capabilities and insufficient munitions production to meet Ukraine's needs.
• Trump's transactional approach to diplomacy has led to tensions with Ukrainian President Zelensky and a push for peace talks that prioritize U.S. interests, including potential economic agreements over rare-earth minerals.
• European leaders are increasing defense spending and exploring options for a 'coalition of the willing' to support Ukraine, though long-term sustainability remains uncertain.
• Senator Lindsey Graham warns that abandoning Ukraine could have consequences worse than the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, while Trump signals frustration with Kyiv's resistance to his terms for a ceasefire.