Italian Defence Minister Says Trump’s Ukraine Aid Cut Is ‘Completely Wrong’

Italy’s defence minister, Guido Crosetto, told the BBC that President Donald Trump’s move to limit U.S. support for Ukraine is "completely wrong". Crosetto warned that curbing assistance could extend Russia’s full‑scale invasion rather than bring it to an end.

The minister argued that sustained military aid is essential to counter Moscow’s aggression and prevent a prolonged conflict on Europe’s eastern flank. He stressed that any reduction in help would undermine Ukraine’s ability to defend itself and could embolden Russian forces.

Crosetto’s comments come as the United States debates its level of involvement in the war, with critics on both sides weighing the strategic and humanitarian implications of continued aid.

Why It Matters

U.S. decisions on Ukraine aid affect the security landscape across Europe, influencing the duration of the conflict and regional stability.