+++ Ukraine-Krieg +++: Trump-Gesandte reisen laut Insidern zu Ukraine-Gesprächen nach Norwegen

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claims that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied approving the delivery of Patriot and other anti-aircraft missiles during a virtual meeting with US senators, despite NATO nations having already paid for them, according to Axios citing a transcript of the discussion. Zelensky stated that this suggests a political decision to reduce support for Ukraine.

Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, and National Security Advisor Steve Witkoff are reportedly traveling to Norway this week for a new round of negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine. Two of three trusted sources indicated that they expect Ukrainian President Zelensky to attend as well, though the schedule is preliminary and may change.

The White House initially did not respond to a request for comment. The talks are taking place amid growing tensions between Washington and Kiev, with Ukraine accusing the US administration of slowing down the speed of its military satellite system Starshield, limiting intelligence-sharing, and delaying the delivery of Patriot anti-aircraft missiles.

"All this indicates that a political decision has been made to slow down the support for us," Zelensky said in a video statement published on Monday. In turn, Trump accused Zelensky of refusing peace talks with Russia, suggesting he should let "someone else negotiate." Trump initially planned to personally receive his European Future Award in Berlin, but the situation in Kiev has worsened to the point where he must stay there, according to the Ukrainian leader.

Ukraine has been defending itself against a massive Russian invasion with Western assistance for over four and a half years.