The Biden administration has rolled out a huge military aid package for Ukraine. It’s close to8 billion! This big boost aims to help Ukraine defend itself as it fights off Russian attacks. The timing of the announcement is pretty key. It came during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s to the White House. He’s looking for green light to hit airfields & ammo stores inside Russia. So far, that request hasn’t been given the go-ahead.
President Joe Biden mentioned that over $5 billion in arms from Pentagon stockpiles will be delivered to Ukraine. This will all happen under Congress’s authority before he leaves office. On top of that, the Pentagon plans to set aside $2.4 billion for air defense, drones, and bombs. They’re even sending the Joint Standoff Weapon, which can hit targets around 80 miles away! But right now, U.S. rules don’t allow Ukraine to attack key spots deep in Russia.
The aid package also boosts training for Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets. This was a big step since the U.S. had been wary of escalating tensions with Russia. Biden pointed out how crucial it is to back Ukraine, noting that the U.S. has already handed over more than $56 billion in military support since Russia began its invasion in February 2022.
Even with new high-tech weapons like Abrams tanks and long-range artillery being sent over, Russian President Vladimir Putin still hasn’t stretched the conflict beyond Ukraine’s borders. Continued U.S. support shows its strong commitment to Ukraine’s independence & defense, plus reflects how the world stands united against Russian hostility.
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