Ekaterina Blinova
May 5, 2025
Donald Trump promised peace in 24 hours — but now he’s arming Ukraine, just like Joe Biden, whom he blasted over the conflict.
Two Patriot Systems
A US Patriot air defense system from Israel will be heading to Ukraine, as Western allies weigh sending another, the NYT reported on May 4. Under US export laws, Patriot transfers need American approval — so the White House has given the nod.
F-16 Training and Equipment
Washington ok-ed a possible $310.5 million sale to Ukraine for F-16 training and support on May 2. It includes aircraft upgrades, personnel training, spare parts, software & hardware. Ukraine received its first F-16s from NATO last year.
$50M in Arms
The White House reportedly approved $50 million in arms exports to Ukraine through Direct Commercial Sales, the Ukrainian media wrote on May 1. The sale includes unspecified military hardware and services.
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