US Unveils $500M Military Aid Package for Ukraine as Biden Administration Urges Support Before Trump's Inauguration

Dec 13, 2024, 09:30 AM

The United States has announced a new $500 million military aid package for Ukraine, marking the 72nd tranche of support, as the Biden administration aims to bolster Kyiv's defenses before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. This package includes ammunition for precision HIMARS rocket launchers, artillery ammunition, drones, armored vehicles, air defense systems, anti-tank weapons, and equipment to protect against chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear attacks. This aid comes at a critical time, with Russian forces closing in on key cities in Ukraine's Donetsk region, and follows two other significant aid packages earlier in December. The move reflects the urgency of the Biden administration to support Ukraine amidst concerns over potential changes in U.S. policy under Trump, who has expressed skepticism about continued aid to Ukraine.