A senior official at the Pentagon warned that the department is running low on resources to continue military assistance to Ukraine. CNN reported this concern, highlighting that the United States has exhausted most of the available funds allocated for security aid to Kyiv.
The Pentagon stressed that Washington could soon miss the window to supply weapons and equipment to Kyiv if additional funding is not approved promptly. The warning underscores the urgency felt within the defense establishment as fiscal constraints tighten the options for ongoing support.
Earlier, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a funding measure that would delay Ukraine aid while funding the federal government for a 45 day period. Republicans championed this approach, arguing it would force a more comprehensive review of aid to Ukraine. The proposal now moves to the Senate, where Democrats hold a majority. If President Joe Biden does not sign the bill by the deadline at the start of October, the government could face a shutdown, disrupting many federal operations.
The funding bill also allocates money to address natural disaster relief within the United States, a reminder that federal resources must balance international commitments with domestic emergencies.
The Washington Post reported that Biden is expected to sign this version of the funding bill, which would allow the government to continue operating while negotiations on broader support for Ukraine continue in parallel with other priorities.
In recent weeks, discussions between the United States and Ukraine have included talks on security guarantees for Kyiv, aiming to formalize long-term assurances that could accompany military aid and diplomatic support. Analysts note that the evolving negotiation landscape reflects competing priorities in Washington as lawmakers weigh strategic, humanitarian, and fiscal considerations.
Observers say the outcome will shape not only the immediate viability of Ukraine’s defense needs but also the broader signal it sends to allies and adversaries about America’s willingness to sustain security commitments in Europe. With the clock ticking, the administration, Congress, and international partners are pressing ahead with a funding framework that accommodates urgent military assistance while preserving fiscal discipline and domestic resilience. The situation remains fluid, with ongoing debates about funding, oversight, and the terms of possible security guarantees for Kyiv, as both sides seek outcomes that are politically viable and strategically sound.