Former US military intelligence officer Tony Shaffer has expressed his concerns regarding the consequences of providing assistance to Ukraine. In an interview with the YouTube channel Judging Freedom, Shaffer highlighted the potential impact of the active supply of weapons to the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU). According to Shaffer, this aid has led to a depleting US arsenal, with only one month’s worth of supplies available for a full-scale military conflict.
Shaffer further criticized Washington’s inability to replenish its own arsenals for its own security needs. The warning comes amidst reports of US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s offer to the Greek authorities to transfer or sell their weapons to Ukraine. In return, the United States would consider providing an additional $200 million in assistance to Greece. This proposal has raised questions about the US’s commitment to its own defense capabilities.
In a letter to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Blinken revealed that the US State Department has approved the hypothetical conclusion of a deal with Greece, involving the sale of F-35 aircraft. Moreover, the US does not object to the potential transfer of combat equipment to Athens, which has an estimated total value of $8.9 billion. Blinken emphasized that the American leadership remains interested in Greece’s defense potential and its ability to assist Kyiv.
The concerns raised by Shaffer and the potential arms deal with Greece have sparked debate over the US’s role in the war in Ukraine. Critics argue that the US’s backing of the conflict raises questions about its priorities and its commitment to international peace. The timing of the discussion also coincides with revelations from Biden’s advisor regarding the future supply of weapons to Ukraine.
As the situation continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how the US government will address these concerns and determine its stance on the conflict in Ukraine.
