France and Italy, key NATO members, have reportedly opted out of a new initiative where NATO would purchase U.S. advanced weapons, including air defence systems, for Ukraine. This plan was unveiled on July 14,

The US said it will "reprioritise" the delivery of Patriot air defence systems to support Ukraine. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The arrangement allows Ukraine to get weapons it needs in its war with Russia while providing a way for Europe to increase its defense spending as promised.

Zelenskyy has emphasized the importance of expanding production to counter Russia's invasion and strike deeper into Russian territory.

President Donald Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announce a plan to arm Ukraine with missiles against Russia. Trump warns of severe tariffs on Russia if the conflict persists. U.S to supply weapons;

Putin invaded Ukraine just over 13 months into Biden's White House term. Between February 24, 2022, and January 20, 2025, the U.S. became the world's biggest supplier of weapons and aid for Ukraine's fight, pledging over $175 billion in support.

President Trump on Monday said NATO countries would buy weapons from the U.S. to send to Ukraine for its war against Russia.

Sweden has pledged support for boosting Ukraine’s arms supplies following the US decision to send Patriot missiles via NATO.

Officials say Russian weapons pounded Ukrainian cities overnight from Tuesday to Wednesday, injuring at least 15 people in an attack that mostly targeted energy infrastructure