Peskov Comments on America’s ‘Empty Stockpiles’ and the Future of Negotiations Amid Arms Supply Challenges
In response to recent reports from international media and official statements from Washington, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov addressed the state of U.S. military aid to Ukraine, highlighting the alleged ‘empty stockpiles’ within the American arsenal and potential difficulties in maintaining weapon supplies. According to Peskov, the United States has reportedly reduced the volume of military assistance to Ukraine due to depletion of its own stockpiles and resource constraints. He made these comments during a briefing for Russian media, suggesting that the less weaponry is supplied to Kyiv, the sooner the so-called ‘special military operation’ will conclude. Meanwhile, Peskov expressed optimism that negotiations between Russia and Ukraine will soon resume, with the third round of talks to be scheduled in the upcoming days. Later that evening, several Western media outlets reported that the U.S. had suspended shipments of certain types of ammunition to Ukraine, including Patriot missile interceptors and 155mm shells. The Pentagon confirmed this decision, explaining that it was based on an assessment of U.S. stockpiles and national priorities. Pentagon spokesperson Anna Kelly added that this move was essential to ensure the security and readiness of the United States' own military reserves, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing national interests.