Trump says US will send more weapons to Ukraine

By Reuters

Published July 8, 2025 8:22am

Aftermath of a Russian drone and missile attack in Kyiv, Ukraine

Bodies of rescuers killed in a Russian drone and missile strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, lie on the ground at the site of the strike, in Kyiv, Ukraine June 6, 2025. REUTERS/Valentyn Ogirenko

WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States would be sending more weapons to Ukraine.

Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said Ukraine was getting hit very hard by Russia and needed to be able to defend itself. The United States would be sending primarily defensive weapons, he said. —Reuters

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