US Defense Chief Announces $250 Million in New Military Aid for Ukraine

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US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Friday that Washington would provide $250 million in additional military aid to Ukraine as kyiv faces Russian forces advancing in the east and devastating strikes from Moscow.

“I am pleased to announce that President (Joe) Biden will announce today an additional $250 million in security assistance for Ukraine that will build capacity to meet Ukraine’s evolving needs,” Austin said at a meeting in Germany with Ukraine’s international supporters.

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