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Ukraine has reacted with anger and defiance to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to suspend all military aid, calling it a betrayal that will embolden Russia to escalate its attacks on civilians.
Impact on Ukraine’s Defense
The aid freeze has halted deliveries of ammunition and military vehicles, including supplies previously agreed upon under Joe Biden’s administration. Ukrainian officials say the biggest impact will be on their ability to counter increasing Russian airstrikes.
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Andriy Zagorodnyuk accused the White House of trying to “bully” President Volodymyr Zelenskyy into accepting a disadvantageous peace deal dictated by Moscow. He warned that if Kyiv refused, U.S. military assistance could be cut off permanently.
“This is extremely wrong on all different levels,” Zagorodnyuk said. “Ukraine will never bend to bullies. It’s as simple as that.”
Zelenskyy’s Response
In a video address recorded before the announcement, Zelenskyy reiterated Ukraine’s demand for a “just” peace, dismissing Trump’s accusations that he was prolonging the war.
“We need peace—true and honest peace—not endless war,” Zelenskyy said, stressing that security guarantees were essential. He cited the lack of such guarantees as the reason Russia was able to seize Crimea in 2014 and later invade Ukraine in 2022.
Without directly naming the U.S., Zelenskyy said Ukraine was working with European partners to build a diplomatic and security framework to bring peace closer.
Criticism of Trump’s Move
Ukrainian commentators and analysts accused Trump of playing into Russia’s hands while demanding no concessions from Vladimir Putin. They said the aid suspension would be celebrated in Moscow and warned that it could push Ukraine toward a surrender that would benefit the Kremlin.
“This isn’t a peace plan; it’s a trap to force our surrender,” said Ukrainian security expert Maria Avdeeva. “Putin isn’t negotiating—he wants our capitulation. Ukraine will remain strong.”
Others pointed out that Ukraine has defied expectations before. Despite Russia’s initial plan to seize Ukraine in three days back in 2022, the war has dragged on for years, with Ukrainian forces continuing to resist.
“We shall endure this as well,” said journalist and blogger Ilia Ponomarenko.
Gill Bikram Singh