Key Details:
- Funding: The aid package is contingent on President Joe Biden's approval following the Senate's passage of a new foreign aid funding bill.
- Weapons Systems: The package could mark the first provision of ATACMS long-range tactical missile systems to Ukraine. These systems are notable for their extended range and precision.
Last fall, Ukraine received the medium-range version of the ATACMS, capable of reaching targets up to 100 miles away. The new aid package might upgrade this capability to the longer-range version, which can reach up to 190 miles.
This development comes as part of the ongoing U.S. support for Ukraine amidst its conflict, reflecting a significant escalation in military aid and the strategic capabilities provided to Ukrainian forces.
