US Unveils $250 Million Aid Package for Ukraine, Concluding Final Tranche of Kyiv Assistance

$250 Million Ukraine Military Aid: The US government has announced a $250 million military aid package for Ukraine, identified as the final tranche of weapons available under existing authorization.

Congress Decision Needed: Congress now needs to decide whether to continue supporting Ukraine's battle against the Russian invasion. The State Department emphasized that this is the last remaining aid package.

Details of Aid Package: The aid package includes air defense munition, air defense systems, additional ammunition for high mobility artillery rocket systems, 155 mm and 105 mm artillery ammunition, anti-armor ammunition, and over 15 million rounds of ammunition.

Global Coalition Support: The statement highlights the involvement of more than 50 countries in the US-led coalition supporting Ukraine, underlining international efforts to aid Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.

Biden Administration's Prioritization: The Biden Administration has requested Congress for a supplemental package exceeding $60 billion in aid for Ukraine. Supporting Ukraine has been a priority for President Biden, with US weapons and financial assistance playing a crucial role in Ukraine's defense against a larger Russian force.

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