Ukrainians Are Increasing Domestic Production of Arms as They Anticipate a Potential Comeback by President Trump

Trump has often said America’s aid to Ukraine should decrease and has even shown signs of sympathy toward President Putin.

AP/Susan Walsh, file
Presidents Biden, left, and Zelensky at Hiroshima on May 21, 2023. AP/Susan Walsh, file

Ukrainians dread a return to office of President Trump, fearing he would cut American military aid or even side with President Putin in its war with Russia. To be on the safe side, Kyiv is promoting domestic production of Ukrainian arms. 

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