U.S. Scrambles to Utilize $6 Billion in Military Aid for Ukraine Before Expiry

A senior State Department official announced that the United States will ensure the utilization of approximately $6 billion in military aid for Ukraine before it expires this month. U.S. President Joe Biden's administration is scrambling to use the remaining funds from the Presidential Drawdown Authority before the fiscal year ends on Sept. 30.

A senior State Department official has assured that the United States will make use of approximately $6 billion in military aid earmarked for Ukraine before it becomes invalid this month. The funds are part of a larger $7.8 billion package authorized under the Presidential Drawdown Authority.

The official, speaking anonymously, stated that it is highly unlikely President Joe Biden will complete his term in January with any allocated resources left unused. A solution is expected before the end-of-month deadline.

The administration is currently scrambling to manage these funds efficiently before the end of the fiscal year on Sept. 30. Most of the allocated amount from the bill signed into law in April remains untouched, prompting urgent internal discussions on optimal utilization.

(With inputs from agencies.)