Top House Republican Says No New US Ukraine Supplemental Likely, Backs More Russia Sanctions

"He accused some European governments of having “freeloaded” on US security guarantees for years while remaining dependent on Russian energy exports. Mast contrasted the Ukraine war with tensions involving Iran, saying European countries were more directly affected by disruptions tied to Tehran, including threats to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, while contributing comparatively little."

The Republican chairman of the US House Foreign Affairs Committee said Congress is unlikely to approve another major supplemental spending package for Ukraine. He argued Europe should take greater responsibility because the war is close to European interests. He said Washington would continue providing intelligence support and enabling weapons sales and transfers even without a new large aid package. He described the Trump administration’s approach toward Russia and Ukraine as sound, emphasizing negotiation and limiting direct funding. He criticized some European governments for relying on US security guarantees while remaining dependent on Russian energy. He supported additional sanctions on Moscow, including secondary sanctions, while warning about potential consequences.

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