WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States announced ally Ukraine to help fend off the ongoing Russian invasion that is now over two years old.
The United States on Friday offered a significant new package of weapons and equipment for Ukraine to support the brave Ukrainian people as they defend their country against Russia’s aggression, the State Department said. This $400 million package contains urgently needed capabilities including: additional air defense munitions for Patriot and National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems; Stinger anti-aircraft missiles; equipment to integrate Western launchers, missiles, and radars with Ukraine’s systems; additional High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems and ammunition; 155mm and 105mm artillery rounds; TOW and Javelin missiles and AT-4 anti-armor systems; Precision aerial munitions; High-speed Anti-radiation missiles; Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles; M113 Armored Personnel Carriers; Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicles; coastal and riverine patrol boats; small arms ammunition and grenades; demolitions munitions; and spare parts.
As President Biden has made clear, the United States and the international coalition that are assembled will continue to stand with Ukraine in its defense of its freedom.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine, said in a statement, “I am grateful to President oe Biden, Congress, and the American people for the new military aid package announced today. This timely and vital U.S. assistance will help save civilian lives and strengthen Ukrainian warriors on the frontlines. It will also allow us to better protect our cities and communities from Russia’s ongoing air terror attacks on Ukrainian critical infrastructure and energy facilities. The United States maintains its leadership role in supporting Ukraine and this has historic significance. By thwarting Russia’s offensive plans, we bring just peace in Ukraine and long-term stability in the Euro-Atlantic community closer.”
The war in Ukraine who’s no signs of slowing since Russia invaded the democratic nation in February of 2022. Western nations fear Russian leader Vladimir Putin will not stop at Ukraine if his massive army overruns the war-torn nation. He has already spoken negatively of Poland and some Balic nations, all of which belong to NATO.