Ukraine Maintains Position to "Continue Cooperation with the US" Despite US Aid Suspension

President Zelensky and President Trump

As the United States takes measures to completely halt military aid to Ukraine, the Ukrainian government has expressed its intention to continue cooperating with the U.S.

According to major foreign media including AFP, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said at a press conference on the 4th (local time), "We are firmly determined to continue cooperation with the United States," adding, "The U.S. is an important partner, and we must maintain this relationship."

Prime Minister Shmyhal emphasized, "Concrete security guarantees from the U.S., Europe, and the Group of Seven (G7) countries are necessary and demanded," stating, "This is existentially important not only for Ukraine but also for the European Union (EU) and the European continent."

He expressed particular concern that if U.S. aid is suspended, there could be problems with the repair, maintenance, and ammunition supply of the U.S. Patriot air defense system, which can intercept Russian ballistic missiles.

Regarding the mineral agreement that collapsed due to the 'White House deadlock,' Shmyhal indicated willingness to resume the summit, saying, "We are ready to sign at any time." However, he firmly stated, "Ukraine is a sovereign and independent state recognized by its borders," and "We do not discuss, nor can we discuss, territorial losses."

Mykhailo Podolyak, an advisor to the Ukrainian president, called for a more measured response. On X (formerly Twitter), he wrote, "Since many military support programs are already in their final stages, it is necessary to assess which programs are actually being suspended," adding, "Some programs have been approved by the U.S. Congress, so they may proceed according to legal procedures."

He also noted, "We need to evaluate whether European partners can purchase or provide alternative weapons." He continued, "We have already experienced the suspension of U.S. military aid and have developed adaptability to it," adding, "We are thoroughly reviewing what we have, what can be produced through partnerships, and what can be substituted."

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