White House Announces New Aid Packages for Ukraine

by Roman Cheplyk
Thursday, August 15, 2024
1 MIN
White House Announces New Aid Packages for Ukraine

The United States pledges additional security assistance to Ukraine following a high-level defense meeting

The White House has confirmed that the United States will soon provide Ukraine with new security aid packages. This announcement was made by John Kirby, the White House National Security Council’s coordinator for strategic communications, during an interview with MSNBC. Kirby indicated that these additional aid packages would be delivered in the coming days.

This development follows a recent meeting between Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. During their discussions, they reviewed the current battlefield situation and assessed Ukraine's defense needs. Umerov described the conversation as "productive," stating that he provided a detailed update on the frontline and outlined the necessary support required by Ukraine's Defense Forces.

This latest pledge of assistance underscores the ongoing commitment of the United States to support Ukraine in its defense efforts against ongoing aggression. The forthcoming aid packages are expected to bolster Ukraine's military capabilities in the face of continued conflict.

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