Trump Halts Biden-Era Military Aid to Ukraine as U.S. Stockpiles Dwindle

The Pentagon has suspended the delivery of certain air defense missiles and other precision munitions to the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), citing concerns over diminishing U.S. weapons stockpiles, Politico said referencing sources within the Department of Defense. Prioritizing America’s Arsenal The decision was made by Elbridge Colby, head of the Pentagon’s Office of Policy. Following an internal audit of U.S. munitions, Colby concluded that the supply of artillery shells, air defense missiles, and precision-guided munitions had reached critically low levels. “This decision puts America’s interests first. The strength of the United States Armed Forces remains unquestionable—just ask Iran,”— Anna Kelly, Deputy White House Press Secretary