The White House announced on Dec. 2 a new $725 million military aid package for Ukraine as President Joe Biden seeks to strengthen Kyiv’s position in the Russian war before his presidency ends in January.
The package will include ammunition for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems, Stinger missiles, artillery shells, drones, landmines, and other military equipment, according to Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
“The United States and more than 50 nations stand united to ensure Ukraine has the capabilities it needs to defend itself against Russian aggression,” Blinken said in a Dec. 2 press release.
White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said the outgoing president aims to bolster Ukrainian forces before leaving office next month and has directed his team to spend “all funding available” approved by Congress for Ukraine’s defense….