Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:01am on 04 Mar 2025,Tuesday International
U.S. President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine following a heated Oval Office exchange with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. A White House official stated the aid review aims to ensure contributions support a peace solution. Trump criticized Zelenskyy for lacking appreciation, while European leaders pledged continued support for Ukraine. The pause could weaken Ukraine’s defense against Russia, raising concerns among allies. Trump also hinted at a metals deal with Ukraine as a future security guarantee. With Congress set to discuss the aid, tensions between the U.S. and its allies remain high.