The US allocated another 275 million dollars to Ukraine. Zelensky: "Freedom is a value that both our nations hold dear"
The US allocated a new military aid package of 275 million dollars to Ukraine. The announcement was made by the head of American diplomacy Antony Blinken, according to the BBC. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked for the support, noting that this package "is essential at this time, as the enemy is intensifying its attacks along the front line."
"Today, the United States is announcing a new shipment of weapons and equipment to Ukraine to support the brave Ukrainian people defending their country," said US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
The package will include, among other things, ammunition for MLRS HIMARS, artillery shells, Javelin and AT-4 anti-tank systems and other equipment.
"I am grateful to Joe Biden, the US Congress and his two parties, and the American people for the new military aid package announced today," Volodymyr Zelenskiy wrote on X.
I am grateful to @POTUS Joe Biden, U.S. Congress and its both parties, as well as the American people for the new military aid package announced today.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) May 24, 2024
It includes much-needed long-range missiles, precision artillery munitions, anti-tank capabilities, and other weapons.
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“This package is essential at this time as the enemy is intensifying its attacks along the front line. Today in Kharkiv, I witnessed firsthand the importance of strengthening our warfighters to protect our people, cities and communities. Freedom is a value that both of our nations hold dear. To protect it, we need strong and continuous support from the United States and other allies," Volodymyr Zelenskiy added.