Donald Trump speaks on future US military aid to Ukraine

During a conversation with the media at the White House, the US president was asked whether he would continue providing military aid to Ukraine in the future, particularly after Washington and Kyiv signed the agreement on Ukrainian mineral resources. In response, he stated that Europe would largely be responsible for this.

When asked about French President Emmanuel Macron’s request for US support in ensuring security guarantees for Ukraine, Trump mentioned that negotiations were ongoing. He indicated that security guarantees for Ukraine would not be an issue, as many were willing to participate. He also claimed that discussions with Russia suggested they did not see it as a problem and seemed to understand the situation.

Regarding air defense systems for Ukraine, he reiterated that Europe should primarily take responsibility. He again emphasized that he had very good conversations with both Ukraine and Russia.

US assistance to Ukraine

After Donald Trump assumed office as the US president following the November 2024 elections, concerns arose about the potential halt of US aid to Ukraine.

In mid-February, Trump stated that Ukraine would continue receiving assistance but emphasized that the funds needed to be "secured."

On February 23, during a press conference in Kyiv, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy assessed the impact of a possible aid suspension, estimating a 20% reduction.

Zelensky also noted that Ukraine was currently receiving military aid approved and allocated before Trump took office. While expressing gratitude that the deliveries had not been stopped, he pointed out that supply slowdowns remained an issue, with $15 billion still in transit. He added that while nothing had been halted, no new aid had been announced.