U.S. Halts Intelligence Sharing and Satellite Access to Ukraine, Weakening Defense Efforts

The Trump administration's decision to pause military support has left Ukraine vulnerable to Russian advances and disrupted critical operations.

The U.S. has suspended military intelligence sharing and access to commercial satellite imagery for Ukraine, significantly impacting its ability to defend against Russian forces.
Ukrainian officials report that the loss of U.S. intelligence has contributed to hundreds of casualties and weakened morale among troops on the front lines.
The suspension follows a contentious meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelensky, during which Zelensky questioned Russia's trustworthiness in ceasefire negotiations.
Ukraine's military operations in the Russian region of Kursk have been particularly affected, with supply lines under constant attack and reduced capacity for long-range strikes.
European allies are attempting to fill the intelligence gap, but their capabilities are unlikely to match those previously provided by the U.S. in the short term.