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News in English (USA) / 01.03.2025 / 01:00

US Support for Ukraine Under Threat Amid Funding Freeze and Military Concerns

Recent developments signal growing concerns over US support for Ukraine following a series of military and energy aid terminations. Multiple former Defense Secretaries have openly criticized former President Trump for his military funding cuts, which have compounded the challenges Ukraine faces in its ongoing conflict with Russia. The U.S. State Department has ended programs aimed at restoring Ukraine’s energy grid, raising alarms about the dire consequences for civilians, including potential delays in vital treatments for HIV. As the country marks three years of war, UN officials warn of dire humanitarian crises while aid workers plead for international assistance amid suspension of US international aid. The situation is further complicated by a lack of clarity surrounding potential exceptions for unblocking aid, as reports surface about political maneuvering to address the fallout from the frozen funding. The urgency of the crisis is underscored by comments highlighting the extensive impact on Ukrainian cultural heritage and the daily struggles faced by affected families.
The Daily Beast, Meduza, Kyiv Post, Ukrainska Pravda, UN News, The Times of India, KCRW, Hyperallergic, Context, USA TODAY