Ukrainian forces will be able to use the newly introduced ATACMS long-range missile system to more effectively defeat Russian forces in occupied Crimea, senior Pentagon officials said Thursday.
The United States is preparing to announce one of the largest military aid packages in history to Ukraine under the USAI program. Its total amount will reach 6 billion. dollars.
“The United States is putting the finishing touches on one of its largest military aid packages to date for Ukraine, preparing to allocate $6 billion. dollar support package for weapons and other equipment,” writes Politico, citing two sources in the US government.
Russian troops are accelerating their advance after capturing the eastern Ukrainian town of Avdiyivka, according to an updated intelligence briefing from Britain’s Ministry of Defense released on Friday.
In an interview with NBC News, Volodymyr Zelensky also spoke about Russia’s immediate plans. According to the President of Ukraine, on Victory Day, Russia will try to capture the city of Chasiv Yar, located in the Donetsk region. Russia celebrates the so-called Victory Day on May 9.
On Wednesday, US President Joe Biden signed a $60.8 billion US dollar support package for Ukraine. Earlier, after long debates and political battles, this law was passed by both the US Senate and the House of Representatives.
“The US Congress has passed legislation that strengthens our national security and sends a message to the world about the power of American leadership. We resolutely stand for democracy and freedom, against tyranny and oppression,” Mr. Biden’s statement read after the positive decision of the US Senate.
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