The United States has suspended intelligence-sharing with Ukraine, a move that could significantly hinder Kyiv’s ability to target Russian forces, CIA Director John Ratcliffe confirmed on Wednesday.
The decision to halt both intelligence-sharing and military aid reflects the Trump administration’s firm stance in pressuring Ukraine to engage in negotiations with Russia.
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump stated that he had received a letter from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, in which the Ukrainian leader expressed readiness to enter peace talks over the ongoing war.
“I believe the pause [that led to Ukraine’s response] on the military and intelligence front will be lifted,” Ratcliffe told Fox Business Network.
“We will stand alongside Ukraine to counter aggression while working toward a resolution that improves the global situation,” he added.
Three sources familiar with the matter confirmed that intelligence-sharing had ceased, though the extent of the reduction remains unclear.
One source indicated that the suspension was only partial but did not provide further details.
Since the conflict began in 2022, the US has supplied Ukraine with crucial intelligence, particularly for military targeting operations.
US National Security Adviser Mike Waltz stated on Wednesday that the administration was reassessing all aspects of its intelligence-sharing arrangements with Ukraine.
He also noted that Washington was actively engaged in discussions with Kyiv regarding a minerals agreement and potential peace talks with Russia. “We expect progress on these discussions very soon,” Waltz said.
