Foreign Policy

NATO’s Arms Pipeline to Ukraine: A US-Driven Effort Masking Strategic Risks

By National Security Desk | August 5, 2025

NATO has escalated its coordination of large-scale arms shipments to Ukraine, heavily relying on US-manufactured weapons—raising questions about America’s long-term strategic interests and the cost to taxpayers.

As NATO announces a new, regular schedule of large weapons deliveries to Ukraine, it’s clear that Washington remains the primary source fueling this military escalation. The Netherlands recently pledged €500 million in aid—mostly equipment bought from the United States—a move that underscores how NATO’s effort is more of a US-led operation than a collective action. Is America Being Dragged Into an Unending Conflict? While European allies buy American-made weapons to support Ukraine’s desperate defense against Russia’s aggression, the question remains: how long will Washington continue footing this bill? With over $65 billion in U.S. aid already spent since the invasion...

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