During a recent phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly stated that he was not responsible for the temporary halt in military assistance to Ukraine. This was reported by G.Business, citing The Wall Street Journal (WSJ).

According to sources familiar with the call, Trump explained that he had only ordered a review of the Pentagon’s ammunition stockpiles following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. However, he denied instructing a freeze on arms shipments to Ukraine.

Trump is said to have assured Zelensky that the United States would continue to provide “as much [military aid] as we can allocate.”

On July 8, the U.S. National Security Council is expected to meet to discuss a new round of military deliveries to Ukraine.

Earlier, Trump officially confirmed that the U.S. would send additional “defensive weapons,” emphasizing that Ukrainians are “facing very, very strong attacks.”

Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell also confirmed the resumption of military assistance, saying it was essential to allow Ukraine to defend itself while the U.S. works toward a lasting peace.

Background: What led to the pause?

On July 1, American media reported that the Pentagon had paused deliveries of certain air-defense missiles and precision-guided munitions that were originally approved during President Biden’s term. The decision reportedly stemmed from concerns that U.S. arsenals had become critically low.

Initial responsibility was attributed to Elbridge Colby, Director of Policy Planning at the Pentagon, following an inventory review. Later, NBC News reported that the decision had been finalized solely by U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

According to PBS correspondent Nick Schifrin, the paused shipments included:

  • PAC-3 interceptors for the Patriot system
  • 155 mm artillery shells
  • GMLRS rockets for M270 MLRS and HIMARS
  • Stinger anti-tank missiles
  • AIM-7 and Hellfire air-to-ground missiles

The most recent aid package—valued at $500 million—was announced in January under President Biden. By March, 90% of the previously promised military support had been delivered to Ukraine.

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