U.S. Halts Military Aid to Ukraine After Providing $66 Billion Since Russian Invasion
Web Desk — The United States has provided Ukraine with approximately $66 billion in military aid since Russia’s invasion in February 2022. However, this assistance has come to a halt following orders from President Donald Trump, who assumed office earlier this year.
The aid to Ukraine was approved under former President Joe Biden and was described by the U.S. State Department as a reflection of America’s “unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.” However, President Trump’s differing perspective on the conflict has led to a shift in U.S. policy.
Here is a brief overview of the military aid provided by the U.S. to Kyiv over the past three years, based on a list released by the State Department on January 20, 2025.
Air Defense
From the outset of the war, Russia launched relentless and indiscriminate air attacks on Ukraine. To counter this, the U.S. bolstered Ukraine’s air defense systems by supplying advanced and effective equipment, including Patriot missile systems. European nations also provided similar systems.
The U.S. delivered 12 NASAMS and HAWK air defense systems, along with ammunition, and over 3,000 Stinger anti-aircraft missiles. Additionally, 21 radars were provided to enhance the effectiveness of these systems, enabling integration with Western launchers.
Missiles and Ammunition
The U.S. supplied Ukraine with more than 200 155mm howitzers and 3 million rounds of ammunition, 72 105mm howitzers with 1 million rounds, and 700,000 mortar shells. The aid also included 40 HIMARS rocket launchers and their ammunition.
Washington provided over 10,000 Javelin anti-tank missiles, which became a symbol of Ukraine’s resistance in the early weeks of the war. The aid package also included 120,000 anti-vehicle weapons and 10,000 TOW anti-tank missiles.
Furthermore, the U.S. delivered 500 million rounds of small arms ammunition and hand grenades to Ukrainian forces.
Tanks and Helicopters
While the Pentagon ruled out deploying its own combat aircraft in the conflict, the Biden administration provided Ukraine with 20 Soviet-designed MI-17 helicopters and several advanced drones. After prolonged delays, the U.S. began delivering 31 Abrams tanks, America’s most advanced heavy tanks, in January 2023, along with 45 Soviet-designed T-72B tanks.
The State Department’s list also includes 300 Bradley fighting vehicles, 1,300 armored vehicles, 5,000 Humvees, and 300 armored ambulances.
Additional Support
The U.S. provided over 100 surveillance vessels, coastal defense systems, mine-clearing equipment, satellite communication systems, night-vision goggles, and more than 100,000 body armor units for Ukrainian troops.
Post-January 20
All the details above are based on information provided up to the final hours of the Biden administration. Since President Trump took office, a U.S. official stated that America is only supplying “essential ammunition” approved by the previous administration, including anti-tank weapons and artillery shells.
(This report includes information from AFP.)
