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Biden Announces $425 Million Aid to Ukraine Including NASAMS, HIMARS Munitions After Call with Zelensky

Oct 16, 2024, 05:40 PM

U.S. President Joe Biden announced a $425 million security assistance package for Ukraine following a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on October 16, 2024. The package includes additional air defense capabilities, including munitions for NASAMS, air-to-ground munitions, armored vehicles, and critical munitions such as ammunition for HIMARS, MLRS, 155mm, and 105mm artillery shells to meet Ukraine's immediate needs amid ongoing conflict. The assistance aims to strengthen Ukraine's air defense systems and support its military operations. The White House also stated that President Biden will host a virtual leader-level meeting of the Defense Contact Group in November to coordinate further support for Ukraine.