Trump plans to send Ukraine weapons via NATO allies

President Trump plans to sell weapons to NATO allies, who would then supply them to Ukraine. He confirmed this in an NBC interview, stating, "the weapons that are going out are going to NATO, and then NATO is going to be giving those weapons [to Ukraine]."

This marks a shift in Trump's policy as he grows frustrated with Putin. While some officials denied plans to arm Ukraine directly, discussions about the scheme have taken place at recent NATO summits. The sales could include offensive weaponry, not just "defensive weapons."

Trump has allowed some arms shipments under Biden’s authorization but has not approved new packages. He is also evaluating a sanctions package on Russia. The Pentagon froze a shipment to Ukraine but reversed the decision, citing the urgent need for defense against Russian attacks.