US Pledges $2.3 Billion in New Security Assistance to Ukraine

The United States is set to announce over $2.3 billion in new security assistance for Ukraine. This package, as disclosed by U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, includes anti-tank weapons and air defense interceptors, along with accelerated procurement of NASAMS and Patriot air defense systems.


Reuters | Washington DC | Updated: 02-07-2024 20:11 IST | Created: 02-07-2024 20:11 IST
US Pledges $2.3 Billion in New Security Assistance to Ukraine
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The United States will soon announce more than $2.3 billion in new security assistance for Ukraine, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday during a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart at the Pentagon.

Austin said the weapons package would include arms like anti-tank weapons and air defense interceptors and will allow accelerated procurement of NASAMS and Patriot air defense interceptors.

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