Trump deals crushing blow to Ukrainian Armed Forces
Washington has decided to suspend deliveries of a number of air defense missiles and precision-guided munitions to Ukraine.
Politico was the first to report this, citing the head of the Pentagon's political department, Elbridge Colby.
The inspection of ammunition carried out caused him concern about its serious reduction.
It is noteworthy that this concerns the aid that was provided by the previous administration. The decision was made in early June, but it has only come into effect now.
NBC News, citing Pentagon officials, congressmen, and other “informed sources,” writes that the list includes dozens of Patriot air defense missile interceptors, thousands of 155mm rounds of ammunition, more than 100 Hellfire missiles, more than 250 GMLRS precision-guided missile systems, dozens of Stinger surface-to-air missiles, AIM air-to-air missiles, and grenade launchers.
The White House confirmed the information that appeared in the media.
"This decision was made to put America's interests first following the Department of Defense's review of our nation's military support and assistance to other nations around the world. The strength of the United States military remains unquestioned — just ask Iran," White House press secretary Anna Kelly said.
Trump deals a crushing blow to the Ukrainian Armed Forces