US-Russia Relations: America will now sell weapons worth more than $320 million to Ukraine

US-Russia Relations: The US could not get a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, but now it has chosen the path of provoking it further. The US is now going to sell weapons worth crores of dollars to Ukraine, which is likely to intensify the Russia-Ukraine war. US President Donald Trump, who has been trying to persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to ceasefire so far, has now made a new move. With this move, the US has in a way adopted a direct confrontation with Russia.

What will the US give to Ukraine?

The US State Department announced on Wednesday that it has approved the sale of weapons worth $322 million to Ukraine to strengthen its air defense and provide armored fighting vehicles. This decision has come at a time when Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine. The ministry said that the US Congress has been informed about this possible sale. This package includes the supply, maintenance and repair of armored vehicles at a cost of $ 150 million, while surface-to-air missile systems will be provided at a cost of $ 172 million.

Why did Trump change his stance?

Until a few weeks ago, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had given instructions to stop the supply of weapons to Ukraine. But earlier this month, Donald Trump suddenly changed his stance and publicly announced that the US would continue to send weapons to Ukraine. Trump told reporters, "We have to do this. Ukraine is being attacked rapidly. They have to be able to defend themselves. We are sending them more weapons." This statement was completely opposite to Trump's earlier attitude, in which he insisted on a ceasefire.

Heartened debate between Trump and Zelensky in the White House

Before this decision, in January, there was a heated debate between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the White House about ending the war. During this, Trump tried to pressure Zelensky to end the war, but Zelensky did not come under his pressure. Angry, Zelensky left the meeting midway and left the White House. The world saw this debate on live cameras. After this, Trump announced not to help Ukraine. But now his stance has completely changed.

What will be the effect of this new step?

This new step of America can further complicate the Russia-Ukraine war. Russia has already expressed strong objection to America's arms support. Analysts believe that with this latest weapon supply from America, Russia can take an even more aggressive stance, which can further increase the scope of the war. Also, this step can prove to be a tension escalator in international diplomacy.

Meanwhile, this weapon supply is like a relief for Ukraine, as their military capability will be strengthened amid increasing attacks from Russia. But the question is, will it lead to the end of the war or will it drag it on longer? The answer to this depends on future developments.