'Don't walk away': Trump's favorite newspaper urges him to arm Ukraine now

In the letter, titled "Vlad gave his answer to peace, Mr. President: We must re-arm Ukraine", the authors express hope that Trump understands the core issue: Russia's aggression is the sole and primary obstacle to peace in Ukraine.

They also recall that Trump voiced disappointment with Putin, who — following their most recent conversation — not only showed no readiness for a ceasefire but also launched the largest missile-and-drone strike on Kyiv since the war began.

"The Pentagon has halted the anti-missile and drone weapons needed to protect the civilians of Kyiv. You remember the desperation on the face of the Ukrainian reporter you touchedingly spoke to in the Netherlands, her fears for her husband and her family. Why are we threatening to abandon her?" the letter says.

The New York Post highlights that certain "twisted ideologues" continue to push a narrative that aiding Ukraine harms US interests. Some officials have even claimed that the US is running low on weapons to send. Neither claim holds up.

Supporting Ukraine is entirely aligned with the United States' strategic interests. By holding Russia back in Ukraine, the US helps deter China from launching a full-scale war in Asia.

As for the weapons, much of what was to be sent to Ukraine had already reached Poland, near the border, before shipments were paused. Moreover, the US is being paid for the weapons. Kyiv covers the cost using European grants, frozen Russian assets, and intelligence data. This intelligence provides the United States with invaluable insight.

"Our military can use that money — and the intelligence it is gathering from Ukraine's successful resistance — to make better drones and anti-missile technology... Russia is not an economic superpower to be unlocked. It is a dying terrorist state. Putin is willing to spend the blood of his people in a last grasp for empire," the letter to Trump reads.

The New York Post warns that if Russia wins, the threat won't just be to Europe — it will directly reach the United States. China will take that as proof that alliances involving the US are meaningless.

"This is not an either/or proposition, as Elbridge Colby, Under Secretary of Defense, suggests. We don't aid Ukraine instead of fighting China. We aid Ukraine to thwart them. Russia and China share one strategic goal: to oppose the United States," the authors state.

The journalists also note that Trump already has a list of major achievements —from the "Big Beautiful Bill" to trade deals, Middle East peace initiatives, and strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. In Iran, Washington wasn't afraid to use force. The same approach is needed with Russia.

"One missile 'saved' in a warehouse today is 50 we'll have to fire in the future because this axis was strengthened... Putin only understands strength. He will continue to insult and ignore you if the United States doesn’t commit to Kyiv's defense," the letter says.

The authors call on Trump to stand with Ukraine, warning that the country’s collapse in the war would be a catastrophe, and one that can't be blamed on anyone else.

"It would destabilize the world, weaken America, and reflect negatively on your presidency. Don't walk away," the letter concludes.

US halted aid: What we know

On the evening of July 1, Western outlets began reporting that the US had partially halted weapons shipments to Ukraine. The White House later confirmed the reports. In Russia, the news triggered an open celebration.

However, in the early hours of July 4, Trump stated that the US continues to supply arms to Ukraine, though it must also consider its own stockpiles. According to media reports, the decision to pause some deliveries was initiated by US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.

Against this backdrop, Trump and Zelenskyy held a 40-minute call on July 4. During the conversation, Trump reportedly told Zelenskyy that he would look into what US weapons, if any, had been held back instead of being delivered to Ukraine.