News Today: Trump Freezes Military Aid to Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump has officially paused all military aid to Ukraine, following a clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy last week. The White House confirmed the move on Monday, stating that the decision comes as part of a broader review to ensure that American assistance is aligned with strategic goals.

“The President has been clear that he is focused on peace. We need our partners to be committed to that goal as well. We are pausing and reviewing our aid to ensure that it is contributing to a solution,” a senior White House official stated on the condition of anonymity.

Tensions Between Trump and Zelenskiy

This decision follows a heated confrontation between Trump and Zelenskiy at the White House on Friday, where Trump criticized Ukraine for not showing enough appreciation for U.S. support in the ongoing war with Russia.

Trump expressed frustration over Zelenskiy’s remarks that the end of the war is “very, very far away.” Reacting to this, Trump told reporters:

“This is the worst statement that could have been made by Zelenskiy, and America will not put up with it for much longer!”

Zelenskiy’s office has not yet issued an official response, and Ukrainian officials remain concerned over the impact of the paused military aid.

U.S.-Ukraine Relations and Economic Interests

Despite rising tensions, Trump hinted that a U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal—allowing American investment in Ukraine’s rich mineral resources—is still on the table. The administration sees this deal as a way for the U.S. to recover some of the billions spent on Ukraine since Russia’s invasion three years ago.

“No, I don’t think so,” Trump said when asked if the deal was dead. He described it as a “great deal for us” and promised to provide an update during his address to Congress.

Meanwhile, European leaders are pushing for a ceasefire, emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions to end the war.

As international pressure mounts, the world is watching how U.S.-Ukraine relations will unfold in the coming days.