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The decision to ramp up support for Ukraine comes after a tense phone call between Trump and Putin, which reportedly yielded little progress. Trump labeled the call "very disappointing," asserting he pressed Putin to end the war but made limited headway. Within hours, Russia launched a coordinated, seven-hour aerial assault on Ukrainian targets, further highlighting the ongoing volatility and the importance of U.S. military aid.
Analysts and officials note that President Trump appears to have concluded that diplomacy alone cannot end the conflict, opting instead to bolster Ukraine's defenses. This stance reflects an acknowledgment that a robust military aid strategy may be necessary to deter Russian advances and help Ukraine maintain its sovereignty.