Wednesday12 March 2025
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Trump is ready to allow Europe to purchase U.S. weapons for Ukraine, according to Bloomberg.

This decision could provide Ukraine with access to equipment even if military support from the U.S. is halted, the publication reports.
Трамп готов предоставить Европе возможность закупать оружие США для Украины, сообщает Bloomberg.

US President Donald Trump has expressed his willingness to allow European countries to purchase American weapons for Ukraine.

According to Bloomberg, this information has been reported.

Trump responded with a "yes" when journalists asked him about this possibility. This opens the door for Ukraine to access weaponry, even if Trump halts US assistance, the publication emphasizes.

Bloomberg notes that it remains unclear whether this scenario will materialize.

On one hand, the US president insists on a swift and permanent cessation of hostilities, seeking an agreement that would likely formalize some of Russia's territorial gains. However, Trump also demands that Europe contribute more to its own defense, particularly in Ukraine.

After various officials provided differing forecasts on whether Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky would participate in upcoming peace talks with Russia, Trump also indicated that Ukraine would be involved, though he did not provide specific details on what this involvement would entail.

The Trump administration has told Western allies that it wants them to purchase American weapons and military equipment to maintain the NATO alliance. Trump's team has also hinted that it expects Europe to buy more American energy supplies.

Background. Previously, Mind reported that the US is prepared to increase and modernize its nuclear arsenal to preserve its "deterrent capability."