US vice president urges Europe to fund Ukraine war, calls to end financing

U.S. Vice President JD Vance stated that the U.S. wants to stop financing Ukraine in its war with Russia and desires peace in the region.

Speaking on Fox News, Vance said, “We are tired of funding Ukraine’s war. We want to bring a peaceful resolution now.”

He added that American taxpayers are also weary of their money going to this conflict and stressed that European countries must take more responsibility.

During his visit to the U.K., he raised this issue with officials there.

US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy listen to Vice President JD Vance (R)as they meet in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, February 28, 2025. (AFP Photo)

“What we told the Europeans is simple: This war is on your doorstep, behind your back. You need to step up and take bigger actions. If you care this much about this conflict, you should be willing to fund it more directly,” Vance emphasized.

U.S. soldiers with a Patriot missile system at a Turkish military base (AFP Photo)

US aid to Ukraine

Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the U.S. has provided Ukraine with military aid totaling $65.9 billion. This aid includes:

• Weapon systems: HIMARS rocket systems, Javelin anti-tank missiles, Patriot air defense systems
• Training and advisory: Training programs for Ukrainian soldiers
• Logistics and maintenance: Spare parts, technical support, and transport services
• Humanitarian aid: Food, medicine, and support for energy infrastructure

In 2025, the U.S. Department of Defense approved a new military equipment and services package worth $203.5 million for Ukraine.

This includes M777 howitzers, spare parts, maintenance, and logistical support for transportation.

August 11, 2025 01:18 PM GMT+03:00