The arms aid, which could be announced as early as today (May 24), will utilize the President's Drawing Rights, allowing Biden to move items and services from U.S. stockpiles without specific congressional approval in emergency situations.
155 mm artillery shells are packaged for shipment at the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant in Pennsylvania, USA. Photo: Reuters
The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the matter publicly.
As part of a $95 billion aid bill, the U.S. Congress approved various forms of aid totaling $60.8 billion for Ukraine, including $8 billion in items subject to the President's disbursement authority.
Although the package primarily consisted of ammunition, it also included vehicles designed to recover damaged tanks and other heavy equipment from the battlefield, a sign that the U.S. anticipated continued Ukrainian attacks and equipment losses.
This $275 million aid package for Ukraine comes amidst Ukraine's continued setbacks on the battlefield in the conflict with Russia, particularly as Kyiv is battling a strong Russian offensive in the Kharkiv province.
Cao Phong (according to Reuters)
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