Trump stops military aid for Ukraine: Peace instead of weapons?

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US-Präsident Trump setzt Militärhilfe für die Ukraine aus, um Frieden zu fördern. Auswirkungen auf den Ukraine-Konflikt werden diskutiert.
US President Trump exposes military aid for Ukraine to promote peace. Effects on the Ukraine conflict are discussed. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

On March 4, 2025, the US government under President Donald Trump temporarily suspended military aid for Ukraine. This decision comes three years after the conflict began in Ukraine and puts the country under enormous pressure. The President justifies this step with the aim of achieving a peace conclusion. The military aid should be checked to ensure that it contributes to a solution. According to the Rhein-Zeitung , the help will only be made available when the Ukraine is committed to peace negotiations.

The exposed military aid affects weapons and ammunition worth over one billion US dollars. Some of these weapons have already arrived in Poland. While the support from other western countries continues to exist, it remains unclear whether it can close sufficient gaps. It is estimated that Ukraine could still fight for about half a year with the remaining arms deliveries.

political tensions and peace searches

In a tense exchange in the Oval Office Trump Castle, a constructive cooperation and accused Selenskyj a lack of gratitude for the previous support. This procedure ensured internationally, with the majority of Europe behind Selenskyj.

future developments and raw material interests

At a meeting in the White House with Foreign Minister Marco Rubio, Vice President J.D. Vance and Defense Minister Pete Hegseth were discussed. Trump and Vance also discuss a potential raw material agreement with Ukraine, which could provide the USA access to rare earths. These economic interests could play an important role in future relationships between the USA and Ukraine.

In summary, the partial suspension of military aid represents an important turning point in US politics towards Ukraine. It remains to be seen how the situation will develop and whether a constructive dialogue between the parties involved comes about. The pressure on Ukraine is growing, while Trump increasingly focuses on peace and economic interests. Official confirmations by the US government about the exact nature of the support are still pending, while further reactions from Europe and the international community are expected.

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