President Joe Biden stated on Wednesday that he would send additional $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine, after the country’s leaders appealed for more weapons to combat the Russian incursion.
According to those knowledgeable with the supplies, the latest delivery will comprise anti-ship missile systems, artillery rockets, and howitzer rounds.
Since Russia invaded more than 110 days ago, the US has provided more than $5.5 billion in military assistance.
It comes as the war enters a new phase, with Ukrainian officers warning that they are finding it difficult to match Russia shell for shell in a long-range war of rocket strikes and artillery clashes.
‘I informed President Zelensky that the United States is providing another $1 billion in security assistance for Ukraine, including additional artillery and coastal defense weapons, as well as ammunition for the artillery and advanced rocket systems that the Ukrainians need to support their defensive operations in the Donbas,’ he said in a statement.
Officials told Reuters it was made up of $350 million of arms transfers, including more rockets for Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) already sent to Ukraine plus rounds for M777 howitzers.
A second package, paid for by the congressional Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, could include ground based Harpoon anti-ship missile launcher capabilities, secure radios, night vision and training.
‘We also remain dedicated to aiding the people of Ukraine whose lives have been torn apart by this war,’ Biden said.
‘Today, I’m also announcing an extra $225 million in humanitarian aid to help people inside Ukraine, including safe drinking water, critical medical supplies and health care, food, housing, and cash for families to buy necessities.’
According to Western officials, the battle has reached a tipping point that will determine the final outcome.
After its invading soldiers were forced out of Kyiv, Russia refocused its efforts on eastern Ukraine.
Around major cities in eastern Ukraine, Moscow has amassed a huge artillery superiority.
In the Donbass region of Luhansk, in particular, Ukrainian forces are under intense pressure, prompting a top American official to warn that Russia might seize control within weeks.
Emmanuel Macron said this week that Ukraine should speak with Vladimir Putin to stop the conflict.
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