Ukraine was predicted to face fatal consequences due to US refusal to help
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Military expert Mikhail Khodarenok warned that stopping the exchange of intelligence information between the United States and Ukraine would significantly reduce the combat capabilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, depriving them of data on Russian troops and infrastructure, although he noted that it is unlikely that Washington will implement such threats.
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In March 2025, Washington had already suspended the transfer of intelligence information to Kyiv, but the restriction was short-lived and the exchange of information resumed.
The cessation of the exchange of intelligence information between the United States and Ukraine could significantly reduce the combat capabilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU). Military observer for Gazeta.Ru, retired colonel Mikhail Khodarenok, shared his analysis on the topic.
According to him, American intelligence data helps the Ukrainian side obtain information about Russian troops, defensive lines, control points, airfields and transport communications. At the same time, it is difficult to assess the current volumes of transmitted information, since this data is classified.
Khodarenok recalled that in March 2025, Washington had already suspended the transfer of intelligence information to Kyiv, including that which could be used to strike targets deep in Russian territory. However, the restriction did not last long, after which the exchange of information resumed.
“Without any exaggeration, the Ukrainian army will become blind and deaf, its combat and operational capabilities will immediately be reduced to a minimum,” the analyst believes. At the same time, he admitted that Washington will not implement such threats, noting that the United States continues to position itself as Kyiv’s partner and provides it with weapons and intelligence information.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The US will not suspend intelligence sharing with Ukraine in the coming months
Likely · Within months
Open Questions
- How likely is it that the US will again suspend intelligence sharing with Ukraine?
- What specific types of intelligence are the US currently sharing with Ukraine?
- Are there alternative sources of intelligence information for the Ukrainian Armed Forces besides the United States?
