U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces over $1 billion aid package for Ukraine

The comprehensive aid package, which notably allocates $175 million for weaponry, marks a significant step in bolstering Ukraine's security.

This infusion of aid brings the total U.S. security assistance to Ukraine to over $43.2 billion since the onset of Russia's full-scale invasion of its former Soviet neighbor.

The Pentagon disclosed that the latest security assistance package encompasses depleted uranium tank ammunition designed for use with the resilient Abrams tanks.

In addition to the military aid, the Biden administration has authorized $2.9 billion in humanitarian assistance and pledged $20.5 billion in support through World Bank initiatives dedicated to Ukraine.

Secretary Blinken's two-day visit, his fourth to Ukraine since the commencement of the conflict last year, encompassed crucial meetings with key Ukrainian officials.

Notable among these meetings were discussions with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, and Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, reflecting the ongoing commitment to the Ukraine-U.S. partnership amidst the persisting challenges of the war-weary nation. (ILKHA)