“The United States plans to provide Ukraine with another large package of military aid in the amount of 1.25 billion dollars. This was stated by American officials, emphasizing that the Biden administration seeks to support Kyiv as much as possible until the end of the presidential term.”, — write: www.pravda.com.ua
The United States plans to provide Ukraine with another large package of military aid in the amount of 1.25 billion dollars. This was stated by American officials, emphasizing that the Biden administration seeks to support Kyiv as much as possible until the end of the presidential term.
Source: Associated Press with reference to American officials who shared the information on condition of anonymity
Details: According to the report, the new military aid package will include a significant amount of ammunition for the NASAMS anti-aircraft missile systems and the HAWK air defense system. In addition, Ukraine will receive Stinger missiles, as well as 155 mm and 105 mm caliber artillery shells.
According to officials, an announcement on the transfer of aid is expected on Monday, December 30.
Prehistory:
- On December 20, the media reported that Joe Biden’s administration will announce its final package of the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI) in the coming days, using the remaining funds reserved for the purchase of new weapons for Ukraine.
- On December 26, Biden reacted to the massive Russian attack on the regions of Ukraine on Christmas and promised to strengthen the country’s air defense