**US Halts Military Aid to Ukraine**
The US has stopped sending military aid to Ukraine, according to reports. This decision comes as Vice President JD Vance criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an interview with Fox News.
Vance said that Zelensky had shown a “clear unwillingness” to engage in peace talks with Russia. He claimed that this was not in line with the will of the American people, who support Ukraine but want a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
**Tense Meeting at the White House**
There was a heated argument between Zelensky and US President Donald Trump during a meeting at the Oval Office on February 28. The two leaders disagreed over American aid to Ukraine and the planned signing of a U.S.-Ukraine mineral agreement.
Trump accused Zelensky of failing to show gratitude for US support and warned that his refusal to make concessions to Russia could lead to World War III. Trump said that Zelensky was “not ready for peace” and should come back when he is willing to talk about a peaceful settlement.
**US Aid to Ukraine**
The US has provided over $119 billion in aid to Ukraine since the start of Russia’s invasion in 2022. This includes $67 billion in military aid, $49 billion in financial aid, and $3.6 billion in humanitarian aid.
**Zelensky Responds**
Zelensky told Fox News that Ukraine is “ready for peace” but needs to be in a good position to negotiate. He emphasized that Russia was the aggressor and asked Trump to show stronger support for Ukraine rather than positioning himself as a mediator in the war.
**US Perspective on Peace Talks**
Vance said that President Trump would be willing to talk about peace with Zelensky once he is ready to discuss it seriously. He claimed that the US cannot fund Ukraine’s fight against Russia forever and that a peaceful settlement is needed.