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Home / Ukraine-Russia / Will Trump’s shift on arming Ukraine help end Russia’s invasion? Experts weigh in
Ukraine‑Russia, Military analysis

July 15, 2025

Will Trump’s shift on arming Ukraine help end Russia’s invasion? Experts weigh in

In announcing a new weapons package for Ukraine and a ceasefire deadline for Putin, President Trump reversed his previous stance towards Russia’s invasion. But will the weapons have the intended effect for Ukraine, or does the deadline give Russia weeks more to continue its onslaught? William Brangham has views from Kimberly Kagan and Jennifer Kavanagh.

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Senior Fellow & Director of Military Analysis

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