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U.S. Halts Direct Military Aid to Ukraine According to Directive From Donald Trump after Meeting With Zelenskyy, NATO and European Allies Step In with New Weapons Sales Framework Amid Ongoing Conflict Between Russia and Ukraine

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In a dramatic turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump has taken a hands-on role in mediating the Russia-Ukraine conflict, orchestrating a face-to-face summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy within the next two weeks. The announcement, confirmed by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and reported today, marks a significant departure from the United States’ previous stance of avoiding direct mediation, reflecting Trump’s campaign promise to resolve the nearly four-year war swiftly.

The development comes amid a flurry of diplomatic activity and policy shifts. According to the thread, Trump personally spoke with Putin following extended talks with Zelenskyy and European leaders at the White House, setting the stage for a trilateral meeting involving himself, Putin, and Zelenskyy after the initial bilateral summit. This move has sparked both hope and skepticism, with global leaders and analysts closely watching the implications for Ukraine’s sovereignty and the broader geopolitical landscape.

A New U.S. Strategy Takes Shape

The summit announcement coincides with a notable pivot in U.S. policy toward Ukraine. On March 3, 2025, the U.S. suspended direct military aid to Kyiv, citing dissatisfaction with Zelenskyy’s reluctance to pursue peace negotiations, according to official statements from the U.S. government. Instead, the Trump administration has redirected support through NATO structures, with weapons now sold to Ukraine and funded by European countries—a shift underscored by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s comments in the thread. This transition, detailed in a recent CSIS report, includes $29 billion in weapons authorized under the Biden administration to be delivered over the next three years, supplemented by new drawdowns facilitated by NATO.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s statement, as cited in the X thread, confirms that the U.S. will no longer provide free weapons or financial aid, placing the burden on Europe to sustain Ukraine’s defense. This aligns with a broader Trump administration push, echoed by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Vice President JD Vance, for European nations to take the lead in guaranteeing Ukraine’s security—a stance elaborated in an Atlantic Council analysis from February 2025.

Zelenskyy’s Bold Stance Amid Uncertainty

Zelenskyy’s position in the negotiations has emerged as a focal point. The Ukrainian president has explicitly ruled out insisting on a ceasefire as a precondition for talks, a stance that breaks from traditional conflict resolution frameworks. Instead, he has insisted that territorial issues be addressed exclusively between himself and Putin, a declaration that has raised eyebrows given the ongoing occupation of eastern Ukrainian regions by Russian forces.

This approach echoes Zelenskyy’s earlier comments from November 2024, reported by Newsweek, where he suggested a ceasefire could be feasible if NATO accepts Ukraine’s membership request, allowing territorial disputes to be deferred for diplomatic resolution. However, his current rejection of a ceasefire—coupled with the U.S. aid suspension—places Ukraine in a precarious position, relying heavily on European support and the outcome of the impending summit.

Historical Context and Risks

The prospect of a “frozen conflict,” reminiscent of the Minsk agreements of 2014-2015, looms large. Those accords temporarily halted fighting in eastern Ukraine but failed to prevent renewed aggression, a concern Zelenskyy highlighted in 2024. Without a binding resolution, bypassing a ceasefire could prolong instability, especially as Russia has not yet confirmed its participation in the summit, according to The Guardian’s coverage on August 19, 2025.

Trump’s optimism, expressed during Monday’s White House meeting with European leaders, contrasts with his earlier warning to Putin of “very severe consequences” if fighting continued. His call for a lasting peace, while ruling out an immediate ceasefire, suggests a pragmatic yet risky strategy that hinges on Putin’s willingness to negotiate in good faith.

Global Reactions and the Road Ahead

European leaders appear divided. French President Emmanuel Macron has called for escalated sanctions against Russia if Putin resists peace efforts, while German Chancellor Merz has opposed any forced territorial concessions, likening it to the U.S. ceding Florida. The Atlantic Council notes that nations like Germany and Spain are grappling with the prospect of increased military and financial commitments, with Germany’s Bundeswehr facing readiness challenges that could limit its contribution.

As the summit date nears, all eyes are on Kyiv, Moscow, and Washington. The outcome could redefine NATO’s role, reshape transatlantic relations, and determine Ukraine’s future within its internationally recognized borders. For now, Trump’s bold mediation effort—backed by a restructured U.S. support framework—offers a glimmer of hope, though the path to peace remains fraught with uncertainty.

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