US Resumes Military Aid to Ukraine After Talks in Saudi Arabia
The Trump administration has reversed its suspension of military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine following discussions held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This decision comes shortly after the administration imposed these measures to encourage Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to engage in peace talks with Russia. The shift in policy was announced after nearly eight hours of discussions between American and Ukrainian officials.
During the talks, Kyiv expressed its willingness to implement a 30-day ceasefire in the ongoing conflict with Russia, contingent on Moscow's agreement. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who headed the U.S. delegation, stated that Washington would present this ceasefire proposal to the Kremlin. The Kremlin has previously rejected any resolution that does not involve a permanent end to the conflict without concessions.
The discussions in Jeddah also aimed to address the recent tensions between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy, which arose during a White House meeting last month. Trump's national security adviser, Mike Waltz, indicated that the Ukrainian delegation shares President Trump’s vision for peace. The resumption of aid and intelligence sharing signals a potential de-escalation of diplomatic friction between the U.S. and Ukraine.
The U.S. reversal on military aid to Ukraine followed extensive talks in Jeddah, indicating a shift in the administration's approach. Such policy adjustments after diplomatic engagements highlight the evolving strategies nations employ to navigate complex international relations.
“We’re going to tell them this is what’s on the table. Ukraine is ready to stop shooting and start talking. And now it’ll be up to them to say yes or no. If they say no, then we’ll unfortunately know what the impediment is to peace here.”
