The costs of supporting Ukraine in its entirely defensive war against Russia are escalating.

Kyiv needs more financial resources, munitions, and diplomatic support as it resists Vladimir Putin’s aggression. But the challenges are real. U.S. munition stockpiles are running low, and some weapons systems must be prioritized in reserve for a possible war with China. At the same time, Republicans in Congress remain divided over whether to authorize a new allotment of $60 billion in financial support for Kyiv. And while the European Union is slowly ramping up its support for Ukraine, that support remains insufficient. The United States must become more creative in searching for alternative means of supporting Ukraine.