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Biden Administration to Lift Ban on Military Contractors to Repair Air Defense Systems in Ukraine

Jun 25, 2024, 05:30 PM

The Biden administration is moving toward lifting a de facto ban on American military contractors deploying to Ukraine. This decision aims to assist Ukraine's military in maintaining and repairing US-provided weapons systems, including air defense systems. The move has been confirmed by multiple US officials and reported by CNN. Initially, military instructors will be able to repair air defense systems immediately in Ukraine.