In a significant show of support, U.S. President Joe Biden announced on Monday an additional $2.5 billion in security assistance for Ukraine. This move underscores the United States’ ongoing commitment to aid Ukraine amid ongoing challenges.
The new package includes a $1.25 billion drawdown for the Ukrainian military and a $1.22 billion allocation under the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI). “As I committed earlier this year, the Department of Defense has now allocated all remaining USAI funds appropriated by Congress in the supplemental that I signed in April,” President Biden stated. “My administration is fully utilizing the funding appropriated by Congress to support the drawdown of U.S. equipment for Ukraine.”
The Department of Defense is in the process of delivering hundreds of thousands of artillery rounds, thousands of rockets, and hundreds of armored vehicles to Ukraine. This substantial support aims to strengthen Ukraine’s defense capabilities and promote stability in the region.
This announcement highlights the strategic partnership between the United States and Ukraine and the ongoing efforts to support peace and security.
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Biden announces nearly $2.5 billion in security assistance to Ukraine
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