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U.S. to Announce $400M Military Aid for Ukraine on Friday Amid Russian Advances

May 10, 2024, 02:33 PM

The United States is set to announce a new $400 million military aid package for Ukraine on Friday, as confirmed by Politico and the White House. This package, aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression, includes Patriot missiles, Stinger anti-aircraft missiles, Bradley fighting vehicles, Javelin anti-armor systems, 155mm and 105mm artillery shells, HMMWV and MRAPs, and AT4 anti-tank weapons. The aid, sourced from U.S. stocks, supports Ukraine militarily and economically, helping the country to recover and strengthen its military capabilities amidst ongoing conflicts, particularly as Russian troops advance in the Kharkiv region.