Washington reaffirmed its unwavering support for Ukraine - from HIMARS and Patriot deliveries to funding and innovative reconstruction projects - and demanded concrete steps from Moscow, not empty promises. At the same time, President Trump announced a "big week" in the peace process, and the coalition of the willing agreed to a 30-day ceasefire under US supervision.
US continues to support Ukraine
Former CIA Director David Petraeus said, that the United States will continue to provide military and financial support to Ukraine. He emphasized that Russia has suffered significant losses, and this could become a lever for negotiations. Petraeus also noted the innovation of the Ukrainian defense industry, which is capable of producing up to 5 million drones annually.
Trump: "Big week" for Ukraine and Russia
US President Donald Trump labeled the current week as a potentially "big week" for Ukraine and Russia in the context of possible progress in ending the war. He did not specify what kind of progress is expected, but emphasized the need to end the "endless carnage" and for the US to move on to "recovery and trade". The statement followed Putin's proposal to resume direct talks with Ukraine.
US to judge Russia by actions, not words - State Department
State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said, the United States will judge Russia only by its actions, not its rhetoric. The comment came in response to Putin's statement that he was ready to negotiate with Ukraine without preconditions, while ignoring the call for a 30-day ceasefire. Bruce stressed that the United States has already agreed with Ukraine on energy and critical minerals for its reconstruction, but expects real steps from all parties to the conflict.
Перемир’я узгоджено з Трампом — Макрон
French President Emmanuel Macron has said, that the coalition's demand for a 30-day ceasefire was agreed with Trump via video during the summit of the coalition of the willing in Kyiv. According to him, the United States will play a key role in monitoring the ceasefire. Macron also stressed the need to provide security guarantees, build a stable Ukrainian army and create mechanisms to finance Ukraine's long-term reconstruction.
US approves transfer of HIMARS and Patriot missiles from Germany to Ukraine - Media
The United States has approved the transfer of 125 missiles for the MARS II, M142 HIMARS and other multiple launch rocket systems, and 100 Patriot air defense interceptors to Ukraine. The New York Times. reports this with reference to a congressional representative. These critical weapons are manufactured in the United States and cannot be exported, even if owned by another country, without the permission of the U.S. government.
Author: Danylo Pievchev