"Ukraine's Ammunition Shortages: A Looming Catastrophe as US Aid Stalls"
Western officials warn that Ukraine's shortage of ammunition and military equipment due to the US and its allies' struggle to resupply the country's military is having a dire effect on the battlefield, with Russia intensifying its attacks on Kyiv's dwindling air defenses. Ukraine is running out of munitions for their air defense systems quickly, and the US will not be able to resupply them until the administration secures supplemental funding from Congress. Despite the dire situation, Ukraine has had some successes, including notable impacts on Russia's energy sector through drone strikes on oil refineries. NATO is considering long-term support options for Ukraine, including establishing a fund of $100 billion over five years from alliance members and potentially taking over the leadership of the Pentagon-led Ukraine Contact Defense Group.