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Biden Apologizes to Zelensky for $61 Billion Aid Delay on June 7

Jun 7, 2024, 12:00 PM

President Joe Biden has publicly apologized to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on June 7 for the months-long delay in American military assistance that allowed Russia to make gains on the battlefield. The delay, which involved an additional $61 billion in military aid, was due to opposition from some Republicans in Congress. Biden's apology marks the first time he has addressed the holdup, which significantly impacted Ukraine's defense efforts against Russian advances. The delay was a result of a partisan standoff in Congress.