Biden Administration Approves $300 Million Military Aid Package to Ukraine

Published: 12 March 2024 at 21:09

The Biden administration announced a $300 million military aid package to Ukraine, including Stinger anti-aircraft missiles, ammunition, artillery rounds, anti-armor systems, small arms ammunition, and other equipment. President Biden urged Congress for additional funding, warning of the strategic and humanitarian costs of not providing adequate support. The package aims to help Ukraine defend against Russian aggression, with concerns raised about the broader implications for Europe and the free world. The funding was made available through savings in weapons contracts and existing Pentagon authority.

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