Poland says US weapons are being delivered to Ukraine again
12 March 11:32
American military aid is again coming to Ukraine through Poland. This was stated by Polish Deputy Defense Minister Pawel Zalewski on the social network X, Komersant ukrainskyi reports
According to him, the transportation of weapons through the logistics center in Jasionka has officially resumed.
“The transportation of American weapons to Ukraine from the hub in Poland in Jasionka has resumed,” Zalewski wrote.
Why was the supply stopped?
Earlier, the flow of military aid was temporarily halted due to a diplomatic dispute between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This came as a surprise even to Washington’s allies – the Polish Foreign Ministry said it had not received any prior notice of the suspension of supplies.
However, after a meeting between the US and Ukrainian delegations in Saudi Arabia on March 11, the situation changed. Representatives of the two countries agreed not only to resume military assistance, but also to a short-term ceasefire with Russia for 30 days, provided that Moscow agrees to it.
Polish hub in Jasionka is a strategic point of arms supply
The logistics center in the Polish city of Jasionka plays a key role in providing Ukraine with American military assistance. It is through this hub that a significant portion of the weapons, ammunition, and other military equipment needed to defend Ukraine is transported.
Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, this route has become vital for the delivery of US support. The resumption of its operation allows Ukraine to receive the necessary resources to continue its struggle.
Resumption of aid to Ukraine: what factors contributed to this
Some U.S. government officials and NATO allies have warned that reducing support for Ukraine could embolden Russian forces, allowing them to advance further on the front and occupy new territory. Republican leaders, including Donald Trump, have argued that military aid should be tied to clear diplomatic goals rather than open-ended commitments.
According to experts, another factor that could have pushed official Washington to resume logistical assistance to the Ukrainian Armed Forces was the resumption of Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure
In the days preceding the talks in Saudi Arabia, Russian troops intensified attacks on Ukrainian energy and military infrastructure. Air strikes targeted Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Odesa, damaging power plants and logistics hubs. The renewed aggression has increased Ukraine’s need for immediate military support to protect its critical infrastructure.
In addition, as political scientists and military experts point out, the United States remains committed to preventing Ukraine from becoming a frozen conflict like Georgia or Transnistria. The resumption of military aid shows that Washington is unwilling to allow Russia to dictate terms unilaterally and wants to preserve Ukraine’s ability to defend itself by negotiating from a position of strength.
What kind of military assistance will Ukraine receive?
Although details of specific arms shipments remain classified, sources indicate that the renewed assistance will include
- air defense systems. Additional Patriot and NASAMS systems to counter Russian missile and drone strikes;
- long-range artillery and ammunition. HIMARS missile systems and guided artillery shells to support Ukraine’s counteroffensive;
- armored vehicles. A new batch of Bradley infantry fighting vehicles and possibly additional Abrams tanks;
- support for surveillance and reconnaissance. Restoration of access to real-time satellite imagery and electronic warfare intelligence, which was previously limited.
How the resumption of arms supplies to Kyiv will affect peace talks
The resumption of U.S. military assistance does not necessarily mean an end to diplomatic efforts. On the contrary, Washington sees it as a means to ensure that Ukraine can negotiate from a position of strength, preventing Russia from using military pressure as a bargaining tool.
However, there are still significant obstacles to a lasting peace agreement:
- russia has not yet agreed to Ukraine’s proposal for a 30-day ceasefire and continues offensive operations;
- moscow is demanding territorial concessions, which Ukraine has repeatedly rejected;
- nATO’s role and security guarantees for Ukraine remain unresolved, complicating the negotiation process.
