On October 1, 2026, US President Donald Trump stated that Ukraine refused to accept American "very powerful" munitions due to a lack of necessary equipment, specifically aircraft.
Reasons for Ukraine's Refusal
Trump noted that Ukraine does not have the "aircraft and other things necessary for these munitions," which was the reason for the refusal of assistance. He emphasized that these are "very powerful and strong munitions" that could significantly enhance the Ukrainian military's capabilities.
Context of Military Aid
The President also reminded that his predecessor Joe Biden had provided Ukraine with a "huge amount of munitions," stating that this quantity exceeds what the US itself has expended. Trump highlighted that over the past six months, the US has replenished its munitions stockpiles, and he referred to the Pentagon's reports of munitions shortages as "fake news."
Funding for Military Assistance
On September 29, 2026, the Pentagon contracted 99.8% of the $400 million allocated by Congress for assistance to Ukraine. Of this amount, $200 million will go towards the purchase of weapons and munitions, indicating continued support for Ukraine from the US despite the mentioned equipment issues.