Over two years into their wartime alliance, the ties between Ukraine and its key ally US are reportedly under strain. The rift, as per the New York Times, is giving way to mutual frustration and a feeling that the relationship might be stuck in a bit of a rut.Washington has been Kyiv’s primary backer since February 2022, providing over $111 billion in military and financial aid. However, relations have recently been “showing signs of wear and tear,” the Times reported on March 7.