Hegseth halted weapons for Ukraine despite military analysis that the aid wouldn’t jeopardize U.S. readiness
UNITED STATES, JUL 4 – Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth halted shipments of critical air defense systems despite military reports confirming U.S. stockpiles remain above critical levels, sparking bipartisan criticism.
- On July 2, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth unilaterally halted a weapons shipment to Ukraine, including air defense systems and ammunition, marking his third such suspension since February.
- A Pentagon memo ordered a review of munitions stockpiles, prompting Hegseth to unilaterally halt Ukraine aid over concerns about low supplies.
- NBC News found senior military officers concluded aid to Ukraine wouldn't deplete U.S. ammunition supplies below critical levels, affirming stockpiles remained above thresholds.
- Following the halt, bipartisan lawmakers expressed frustration over lack of notice, allies and Ukraine were caught off guard amid a major July 4 attack.
- Debate over U.S. aid to Ukraine intensifies as lawmakers examine whether the aid suspension violates security assistance mandates.
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