WASHINGTON, July 15, 2025 — U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that his administration does not plan to supply long-range missiles to Ukraine. The announcement, reported by The Guardian, comes amid ongoing debates in Washington and European capitals over the future of Western military assistance to Kyiv.
“No, we’re not planning to do that,” Trump told reporters when asked whether he would authorize the transfer of long-range missile systems to Ukraine, according to The Guardian.
The comment marks a clear break from current U.S. policy, which has included the gradual expansion of military support to Ukraine, including longer-range precision weapons under the Biden administration.
On July 14, during a meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, Trump did announce a defense initiative involving 17 U.S.-made Patriot air defense systems, which he said would be deployed in Europe and financed by European allies. Some observers view this as part of Trump’s long-standing demand that NATO partners shoulder more of the defense burden.
The statements are likely to spark debate among both allies and critics, as they signal a potentially significant shift in U.S. strategy on Russia and Ukraine should Trump return to power in 2025.
