The president’s call for Ukraine to avoid hitting Moscow continued his pattern of swinging between pressure on both sides to end the war and underscored the uncertainties about his strategy.

After years pressing to end U.S. aid to Ukraine, many Republicans have abandoned that position now that President Trump is supporting the country against Russian aggression.

President Donald Trump made an announcement Monday aligning him more firmly with Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s invasion than ever before.

When asked about missiles for Ukraine, he replied that they were already being shipped. Read also: Berlin, Washington near deal to send Patriots to Ukraine “They’re coming from Germany and will be replaced by Germany.