President Joe Biden has approved new military aid for Ukraine, as announced by the Pentagon on Tuesday. The Defense Department spokesman stated that they hope to deliver the aid within days, although no specifics were provided. The Senate is set to approve a $95 billion military aid package, with $61,000 allocated specifically for Ukraine.
The new assistance program includes tanks, armored vehicles, defense against air attacks, and large quantities of artillery ammunition. Over the past two years since Russia invaded Ukraine, the US has provided over $75 billion in military aid to the country. In a recent conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, President Biden discussed the situation and Russia’s warning about ending its military support for Ukraine if it continues down this path.
The US remains committed to providing additional assistance to Ukraine based on their most urgent needs. The aid package aims to address critical security needs and bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities. The Pentagon is working diligently to finalize the assistance and ensure it is delivered promptly to support Ukraine in the ongoing conflict.