Abrupt Cancellation of U.S. Weapons Flights to Ukraine
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ordered the abrupt cancellation of U.S. weapons flights to Ukraine without President Trump's knowledge, causing confusion and catching top officials off guard. The decision was based on Hegseth's interpretation of a meeting on Ukraine policy, not a direct order from Trump.
Key Points
- Secretary of Defense ordered cancellation of U.S. weapons flights to Ukraine without President Trump's knowledge
- Decision caused confusion and caught top national security officials off guard
- Cancellation cost $1.6 million
- Flights resumed after National Security Adviser intervened