In Hiroshima, during the G7 gathering, Jake Sullivan, the White House national security adviser, stressed that Washington aims to sustain military aid to Ukraine while deliberately avoiding actions that could trigger a broader global conflict. He spoke at a briefing, underscoring the administration’s commitment to supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity without inviting a third world war. The message framed the U.S. approach as careful and deliberate, balancing urgent security assistance with a broader concern for regional and global stability. The briefing reiterated the administration’s objective to equip Ukraine defensively while signaling restraint in escalation. (attribution: official briefing and accompanying press materials)
In remarks that circulated through Washington channels, the administration emphasized its plan to provide substantial support to Ukraine, anchored in the belief that Kyiv must be able to defend itself effectively. Yet the administration also signaled that it would calibrate assistance to reduce the risk of widening the conflict. Observers noted that the White House is evaluating the mix of assistance to ensure it aligns with broader strategic aims, including deterring aggression and maintaining international coalition efforts. (attribution: White House statements)
Earlier reporting from Politico indicated that the administration was set to announce a new aid package for Ukraine, valued at approximately 375 million dollars. The package was described as encompassing artillery shells, armored vehicles, and anti-tank weapons, aimed at bolstering Kyiv’s defense capabilities. The disclosure reflected ongoing support measures designed to sustain Ukraine’s security posture in the face of ongoing tensions. (attribution: Politico coverage)
Meanwhile, on May 15, European Union leadership held a joint press conference where President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel discussed expanding military assistance to Ukraine. The dialogue highlighted a shared determination within Europe to bolster Kyiv’s resilience and maintain unity among member states in addressing the conflict’s political and humanitarian dimensions. (attribution: EU leadership press conference)
Before these exchanges, Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin press secretary, remarked that Britain was preparing a fresh military aid package for Kyiv. He warned that such steps could intensify hostilities and provoke further actions from Russia, complicating the situation for Ukraine and its supporters. The comment underscored the ongoing exchange of strategic signals between Western capitals and Moscow as the conflict evolves. (attribution: Kremlin briefing)