Trump claim on stalled aid for Ukraine draws new scrutiny
5 years, 3 months ago

Trump claim on stalled aid for Ukraine draws new scrutiny

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has said he withheld nearly $400 million in military aid from Ukraine because of corruption in the country, but recently released Pentagon documents undercut that explanation and add fuel to the whistleblower complaint that has launched an impeachment inquiry in Congress. Rood wrote that his certification, legally required before the aid could be released, was based on insights gained in “persistent U.S. engagement” with Ukraine, including meetings between the U.S. defense secretary and his Ukrainian counterpart. Appropriations Chairwoman Nita Lowey, D-N.Y., and Budget Chairman John Yarmuth, D-Ky., wrote that they have “serious concerns that recent apportionment actions by the Office of Management and Budget to withhold military aid for Ukraine and other foreign assistance constitute unlawful impoundments” and “are an abuse of the authority provided to the President” to distribute funds appropriated by Congress. White House budget spokeswoman Rachel Semmel responded that her office “has clear legal authorities to help ensure that agencies spend funds consistent with the law and the president’s priorities, and all actions taken under this administration were clearly within those authorities.” But a group of Democratic senators is also asking questions of the Pentagon. “The delay would appear to have hindered the department’s statutory obligation to provide security assistance to Ukraine at a critical moment, and raises serious questions about whether DoD officials were involved in any scheme to target a political opponent,” the senators wrote to Acting Inspector General Glenn Fine.

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Biden Announces $5.9 Billion for Ukraine Amid Final Aid Push
1 week, 3 days ago

Biden Announces $5.9 Billion for Ukraine Amid Final Aid Push

Live Mint  

The US on Monday announced almost $5.9 billion in military and economic aid for Ukraine, some of the final funds to be disbursed under President Joe Biden before an expected shift in support by incoming President-elect Donald Trump. The military aid includes $1.25 billion in so-called Presidential Drawdown Authority, which pulls weapons and ammunition from US stockpiles, and the final …

Biden announces $2.5 billion in fresh military aid to Ukraine
Top News
1 week, 3 days ago

Biden announces $2.5 billion in fresh military aid to Ukraine

Hindustan Times  

By Steve Holland Biden announces $2.5 billion in fresh military aid to Ukraine WASHINGTON, - U.S. President Joe Biden announced $2.5 billion in additional security assistance for Ukraine on Monday as he uses his final weeks in office to surge military aid to Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes power. "At my direction, the United States will continue to work …

Biden announces $2.5 billion military aid to Ukraine before Trump takes office
1 week, 4 days ago

Biden announces $2.5 billion military aid to Ukraine before Trump takes office

India Today  

US President Joe Biden announced $2.5 billion in additional security assistance for Ukraine on Monday as he uses his final weeks in office to surge military aid to Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes power. "At my direction, the United States will continue to work relentlessly to strengthen Ukraine’s position in this war over the remainder of my time in …

Trump effect: Biden rushes in aid to Ukraine as it jostles with Russia for stronger seat on talks table
1 month ago

Trump effect: Biden rushes in aid to Ukraine as it jostles with Russia for stronger seat on talks table

Firstpost  

With the last few weeks in office, Biden is sending billions of dollars in military aid to Ukraine as Trump 2.0 looks set to change the status quo in the almost three-year war. While Russia has made rapid advances in Ukraine pushing the battlefronts inside the former Soviet constituent country, the US’s outgoing President Joe Biden has focused on fortifying …

Biden is rushing aid to Ukraine. Both sides are digging in. And everyone is bracing for Trump
1 month ago

Biden is rushing aid to Ukraine. Both sides are digging in. And everyone is bracing for Trump

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The grinding war between Ukraine and its Russian invaders has escalated ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration, with President Joe Biden rushing out billions of dollars more in military aid before U.S. support for Kyiv’s defenses is thrown into question under the new administration. The Treasury Department said Tuesday it would disburse $20 billion — the U.S. portion of …

Pentagon unlikely to use all of the billions Congress authorized it to spend on Ukraine weapons before Biden leaves office, officials say
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pentagon unlikely to use all of the billions Congress authorized it to spend on Ukraine weapons before Biden leaves office, officials say

CNN  

CNN — The Pentagon is unlikely to use all of the billions of dollars authorized by Congress to arm Ukraine before President Joe Biden leaves office, according to two US officials and three defense officials. In the time the administration has left, one defense official said the size of the individual military aid packages is likely to increase but acknowledged …

What funds could Biden send to Ukraine before Trump takes office?
2 months ago

What funds could Biden send to Ukraine before Trump takes office?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy US president Joe Biden appears …

Biden ‘rushing’ billions in aid to Ukraine as Trump win fuels uncertainty
2 months ago

Biden ‘rushing’ billions in aid to Ukraine as Trump win fuels uncertainty

Al Jazeera  

Zelenskyy was among the first leaders to congratulate Trump, who has criticised the scale of US support for Ukraine. United States President Joe Biden plans to rush billions of dollars in security assistance to Ukraine before he leaves office in January, reports say, hoping to shore up the government in Kyiv before Donald Trump returns to the White House. Trump, …

Biden administration pushes $9 billion in Ukraine aid before Trump takes office
2 months ago

Biden administration pushes $9 billion in Ukraine aid before Trump takes office

India Today  

The White House plans to rush billions of dollars in security assistance to Ukraine before President Joe Biden leaves office in January, sources said on Wednesday, hoping to shore up the government in Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump's January 20 inauguration. Trump has been critical of Biden's assistance for Ukraine, fuelling concern about the future of support for President Volodomyr …

As the world waits for Trump, time runs out for Biden to help Ukraine
2 months ago

As the world waits for Trump, time runs out for Biden to help Ukraine

Politico  

“We have been sending whatever industry can produce each month, but the problem is you can only send these things as they are produced,” said Mark Cancian, a former DOD budget official now at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. “The administration could dip into the stockpiles and send equipment more quickly, but it’s unclear the Pentagon would want …

As Russia celebrates, Trump's win leaves Ukraine and the rest Europe unsure of what's next
2 months ago

As Russia celebrates, Trump's win leaves Ukraine and the rest Europe unsure of what's next

Salon  

After being elected as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump promised to “end wars” in his victory speech Tuesday night, leaving Europe apprehensive about the conflict in Ukraine and the future of NATO. But many fear Trump's ceasefire talks will be on Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin’s terms, which include rejecting any future attempts by Ukraine to …

US expected to announce billions in Ukraine aid after Congress fails to include extension in stopgap government funding bill
3 months, 2 weeks ago

US expected to announce billions in Ukraine aid after Congress fails to include extension in stopgap government funding bill

CNN  

CNN — The US plans to announce billions of dollars for Ukraine in the coming days, committing the funding before it expires after Congress failed to include an extension for the aid in its stopgap measure to keep the government open, according to two defense officials and several congressional sources. The plan requires the administration to obligate the funds to …

US will send $1.7 billion in military aid to Ukraine
5 months, 1 week ago

US will send $1.7 billion in military aid to Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. will send $1.7 billion in military aid to Ukraine, officials announced on Monday, including an array of munitions for air defense systems, artillery, mortars and anti-tank and anti-ship missiles. The package includes $1.5 billion in funding for long-term contracts through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, and $200 million in immediate military aid taken from Pentagon stockpiles. …

Defense Secretary Austin says U.S. will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine
6 months, 1 week ago

Defense Secretary Austin says U.S. will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine

LA Times  

Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, right, stands with Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov during an arrival ceremony at the Pentagon on Tuesday. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said Tuesday that the U.S. will soon announce an additional $2.3 billion in security assistance for Ukraine, to include antitank weapons, interceptors and munitions for Patriot and other air defense systems. …

Trump criticizes US aid to Ukraine, promises to “have that settled” if reelected
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump criticizes US aid to Ukraine, promises to “have that settled” if reelected

Salon  

It has long been known that preemptive GOP nominee, Donald Trump, has had plans to curb or altogether end the U.S. support to Ukraine. Trump criticized the scale of the U.S. aid for Ukraine and promised that if he is reelected in November he will “have that settled,” Politico reported. Trump went on to criticize Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv’s efforts to …

Treasury official says budget assistance designed to help Ukraine anti-corruption efforts
7 months ago

Treasury official says budget assistance designed to help Ukraine anti-corruption efforts

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Just back from a visit to Ukraine, a U.S. Treasury official on Tuesday described a country whose wartime economy has proven resilient in the face of Russia’s invasion and said U.S. and allies’ budget assistance is designed to help the nation combat corruption and increase transparency. Brent Neiman, deputy undersecretary for international finance, said in a speech that …

Ukraine welcomes delayed US aid but few say they expect Russia’s defeat
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine welcomes delayed US aid but few say they expect Russia’s defeat

Al Jazeera  

Experts say the $61bn package that was debated for months will replenish military stocks but won’t help Kyiv’s forces counterattack. The aid can “improve the situation” on the 1,000km-long front line, said Lieutenant General Ihor Romanenko, former deputy chief of the General Staff of Ukraine’s armed forces. The aid “is a surprisingly exact match of Ukrainian military’s needs that mostly …

Biden says the US is rushing weaponry to Ukraine as he signs a $95 billion war aid measure into law
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden says the US is rushing weaponry to Ukraine as he signs a $95 billion war aid measure into law

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he was immediately rushing badly needed weaponry to Ukraine as he signed into law a $95 billion war aid measure that also included assistance for Israel, Taiwan and other global hot spots. The announcement marked an end to the long, painful battle with Republicans in Congress over urgently needed assistance for Ukraine, …

House approves $61 billion in military aid for Ukraine, much to the chagrin of Russia
8 months, 2 weeks ago

House approves $61 billion in military aid for Ukraine, much to the chagrin of Russia

Salon  

The U.S. House of Representatives approved $61 billion of military aid for Ukraine to help in its defense against Russia, after months of stalling. “The House erupted into applause when the Ukraine bill passed, with the chair, Marc Molinaro of New York, admonishing members not to wave Ukrainian flags,” The Guardian reported. Right after the bill passed, Ukraine’s president took …

ANOTHER Republican joins bid to oust Mike Johnson: Speaker's future on the line over $95 BILLION foreign aid bill as Marjorie Taylor Greene gets another backer
8 months, 3 weeks ago

ANOTHER Republican joins bid to oust Mike Johnson: Speaker's future on the line over $95 BILLION foreign aid bill as Marjorie Taylor Greene gets another backer

Daily Mail  

A third Republican has co- Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., announced his support for a motion to vacate Johnson on Friday, citing outrage over Johnson putting money for Ukraine's 'purposeless' fight against Russia on the House floor without border security measures attached. Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., announced his support for a motion to vacate Johnson on Friday, citing outrage over Johnson …

Blinken and Cameron urge Congress to approve aid for Ukraine, calling it critical for world security
9 months ago

Blinken and Cameron urge Congress to approve aid for Ukraine, calling it critical for world security

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Secretary of State Antony Blinken and British Foreign Secretary David Cameron urged Congress on Tuesday to approve new military aid for Ukraine, saying the stalled funding is critical for U.S., European and world security. “We look to see that brought before the house and to get a vote as quickly as possible.” Cameron also met on Monday in …

Editorial: Speaker Johnson must ignore GOP hardliners and pass Ukraine aid now
9 months ago

Editorial: Speaker Johnson must ignore GOP hardliners and pass Ukraine aid now

LA Times  

First response officers inspect the damage after a Russian air attack in Kyiv on March 25. When House members return to Washington this week, their first priority should be to approve desperately needed aid for Ukraine as that country continues to resist Russian aggression. CNN reported last week that Greene said that if the speaker moved ahead with an aid …

What hope does Ukraine have to hold out against Russia if the US keeps struggling to send weapons?
9 months, 3 weeks ago

What hope does Ukraine have to hold out against Russia if the US keeps struggling to send weapons?

ABC  

Starved of ammunition and losing ground, Ukraine has gone months without receiving weapons from the United States. Ukraine's Defence Minister Rustem Umerov has said troops are in a state of "shell hunger" and reports have emerged of forces rationing as few as 15 artillery shells per day. Matthew Sussex from the ANU'S Strategic and Defence Studies Centre says there is …

US to announce new $300 million 'emergency' military aid package for Ukraine
9 months, 4 weeks ago

US to announce new $300 million 'emergency' military aid package for Ukraine

India TV News  

The United States is set to announce a new military aid package for Ukraine worth as much as $300 million, the first such move in months as additional funds for Kyiv remain blocked by Republican leaders in Congress. The US Army, in particular, has been making huge purchases of munitions and vehicles to replenish stocks sent to Ukraine. The announcement …

White House Suggests Time Is Running Out For Ukraine Amid Congressional Inaction
10 months, 1 week ago

White House Suggests Time Is Running Out For Ukraine Amid Congressional Inaction

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The White House on Tuesday explained the war in Ukraine is at a critical juncture, with Kyiv at risk of losing more territory as a bill with additional U.S. funding for the war-torn country has stalled in the GOP-led House of Representatives. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre explained that this reality has forced Ukrainian troops to …

Ukraine marks two years since Russia's full-scale invasion as troops face challenges on front line
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine marks two years since Russia's full-scale invasion as troops face challenges on front line

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ukraine is marking Saturday two …

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says foreign aid delays are making life ‘very difficult’ on the front line
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says foreign aid delays are making life ‘very difficult’ on the front line

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Delays in weapons deliveries from Western allies to Ukraine are opening a door for Russian battlefield advances, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says, making the fight “very difficult” along parts of the front line where the Kremlin’s forces captured a strategic city last weekend ahead of the war’s second anniversary. Even so, more help is heading Ukraine’s way, …

Stalled US aid for Ukraine underscores GOP’s shift away from confronting Russia
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Stalled US aid for Ukraine underscores GOP’s shift away from confronting Russia

Associated Press  

At about 2 a.m. last Tuesday, Republican Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin stood on the Senate floor and explained why he opposed sending more aid to help Ukraine fend off the invasion launched in 2022 by Russian President Vladimir Putin. “If you oppose a blank check to another country, I guess that makes you a Russian,” Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville …

Opinion: Blocking Ukraine aid is no way to put America dirst
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Opinion: Blocking Ukraine aid is no way to put America dirst

LA Times  

For Presidents Day, the House is taking two weeks off. After all, if Trump and his followers had any sense of history, they wouldn’t have revived the “America First” mantle, associated as it is with the isolationist, pre-World War II America First Committee. Nonetheless, seven years ago Trump proudly proclaimed in his inaugural address, “From this day forward, it’s going …

Joe Biden blames Congress for Ukraine's Avdiivka fall, urges lawmakers to approve funding bill
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Joe Biden blames Congress for Ukraine's Avdiivka fall, urges lawmakers to approve funding bill

Hindustan Times  

Following Russia's takeover of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine, US President Joe Biden admitted that that he was not confident if funding would be available before the war-torn nation lost additional territory. President Joe Biden On Saturday, Biden comforted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy over a phone call after Russia took over Avdiivka amid the ongoing war. We also agree that the …

Lawmakers To Ukraine: Help Is On The Way — Just Don’t Ask Us When
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Lawmakers To Ukraine: Help Is On The Way — Just Don’t Ask Us When

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING With more U.S. aid stalled in the Republican-held House, concerns that Ukraine could be left high and dry are growing as its war with Russia nears its second anniversary. White House national security communications adviser John Kirby, accompanied by press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, addressed the risks of stalled Ukraine aid at Thursday's White House press briefing. Rep. …

US aid to Ukraine hinges on House Speaker Johnson. His leadership is being tested by the far right
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US aid to Ukraine hinges on House Speaker Johnson. His leadership is being tested by the far right

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — When Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with congressional leaders in Washington late last year he told them privately what is now public: With U.S. weapons, they could win the war against Russia, but without them Russian President Vladimir Putin would be victorious. I find it absurd.” Zelenskyy said at a news conference with Vice President Kamala Harris in …

U.S. aid to Ukraine hinges on House Speaker Johnson. His leadership is being tested by far right
10 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. aid to Ukraine hinges on House Speaker Johnson. His leadership is being tested by far right

LA Times  

When Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with congressional leaders in Washington late last year he told them privately what is now public: With U.S. weapons, they could win the war against Russia, but without them Russian President Vladimir Putin would be victorious. Biden also reaffirmed the “strong bipartisan support” in the U.S. government and among Americans for Ukraine’s sovereignty and …

Ukraine troops 'are running out of or rationing ammo': White House warning as aid package remains blocked by Republicans
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine troops 'are running out of or rationing ammo': White House warning as aid package remains blocked by Republicans

Daily Mail  

Ukrainian troops are starting to run out of ammunition as a huge package of US war aid requested by President Joe Biden remains blocked by Republicans in Congress, a top White House official said today. 'We've been increasingly getting reports of Ukrainian troops rationing or even running out of ammunition on the front lines' as Russian forces attack from the …

GOP Speaker Johnson says House won’t be ‘rushed’ to approve aid for Ukraine as $95B package stalls
10 months, 3 weeks ago

GOP Speaker Johnson says House won’t be ‘rushed’ to approve aid for Ukraine as $95B package stalls

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Republican Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday the U.S. House will not feel “rushed” to pass the $95.3 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies, signaling a further stall over sending military hardware and munitions Kyiv badly needs to fight Russia. Johnson, who rejected a border security compromise that was eventually stripped from the final product, …

Johnson says House won’t be ‘rushed’ to approve aid for Ukraine, Israel, other allies
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Johnson says House won’t be ‘rushed’ to approve aid for Ukraine, Israel, other allies

LA Times  

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson arrives for a closed-door GOP caucus meeting, at the Capitol in Washington on Wednesday. Republican Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday the U.S. House will not feel “rushed” to pass a $95.3-billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies, signaling a further stall over sending military hardware and munitions Kyiv badly needs to …

Elon Musk questions US aid to Ukraine, says ‘no chance’ that Putin could lose the war
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Elon Musk questions US aid to Ukraine, says ‘no chance’ that Putin could lose the war

Hindustan Times  

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has issued a fresh warning against continuing US aid to Ukraine, claiming “there is no way in hell” that Russian President Vladimir Putin is going to lose the war. Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Russian President Vladimir Putin Musk made these remarks in a Spaces session on X hosted by venture capitalist David Sacks. Musk questions …

Biden says opposing Ukraine aid plays into ‘Putin’s hands,’ calls Trump NATO comments ‘un-American’
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Biden says opposing Ukraine aid plays into ‘Putin’s hands,’ calls Trump NATO comments ‘un-American’

LA Times  

President Biden delivers remarks at the White House on a $95-billion Ukraine-Israel aid package being debated in Congress on Tuesday. President Biden on Tuesday called for House Republicans to urgently bring a $95.3-billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan to a vote, warning that refusal to take up the bill, passed by the Senate in the morning, would be …

Biden, Scholz advocate Ukraine's aid package amid US standoff
11 months ago

Biden, Scholz advocate Ukraine's aid package amid US standoff

Firstpost  

US lawmakers were urged by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and President Joe Biden to approve a military aid package for Ukraine on Friday, citing its inability to prevent Russia’s invasion. In the Oval Office, Biden welcomed Scholz and remarked, “The failure of the United States Congress in not supporting Ukraine is close to criminal neglect.” “It is outrageous.” Behind the …

Pentagon has no more money for Ukraine as it hosts a meeting of 50 allies on support for Kyiv
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Pentagon has no more money for Ukraine as it hosts a meeting of 50 allies on support for Kyiv

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States is out of money for Ukraine, unable to send the ammunition and missiles that the government in Kyiv needs to fend off Russia’s invasion. After the meeting, Celeste Wallander, assistant defense secretary for international affairs, told reporters that Ukraine’s ministry of defense is getting reports from its front lines that “units are not do not …

Ukraine’s $30 billion problem: How to keep fighting without foreign aid
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s $30 billion problem: How to keep fighting without foreign aid

Live Mint  

Ukraine will run out of money within months and be forced to take painful economic measures to keep the government running if aid from the U.S. or Europe doesn’t come through, according to economists and Ukrainian officials. Without economic stability, “fighting a country that is bigger than Ukraine and has much more manpower will be very tough," said Olena Bilan, …

US assistance to Ukraine has ‘ground to a halt’ amid political infighting, White House says
11 months, 4 weeks ago

US assistance to Ukraine has ‘ground to a halt’ amid political infighting, White House says

The Independent  

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Top White House budget official warns of ‘dire’ situation on Ukraine aid
1 year ago

Top White House budget official warns of ‘dire’ situation on Ukraine aid

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden’s top budget official warned in stark terms Friday about the rapidly diminishing time that lawmakers have to replenish U.S. aid for Ukraine, as the fate of that money to Kyiv remains tied up in negotiations over immigration where a deal has so far been out of reach. While the Pentagon has some limited authority to …

US releases fresh $250 million aid to fund Ukraine's war against Russia
1 year ago

US releases fresh $250 million aid to fund Ukraine's war against Russia

Hindustan Times  

The United States government has announced that it will be releasing $250 million in weapons and equipment for Ukraine. FILE - U.S. President Joe Biden shakes hands with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as they meet at the White House, Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, in Washington. “It is imperative that Congress act swiftly, as soon as possible, to advance our national …

US announces new weapons package for Ukraine, as funds dwindle and Congress is stalled on aid bill
1 year ago

US announces new weapons package for Ukraine, as funds dwindle and Congress is stalled on aid bill

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. on Wednesday announced what officials say could be the final package of military aid to Ukraine unless Congress approves supplemental funding legislation that is stalled on Capitol Hill. As a result, Garn said Wednesday, “Without the supplemental funding, there will be a shortfall in replenishing U.S. military stocks, affecting American military readiness.” President Joe Biden is …

Column: Congress has left Ukraine in the cold. The consequences will be dire if aid isn’t renewed soon
1 year ago

Column: Congress has left Ukraine in the cold. The consequences will be dire if aid isn’t renewed soon

LA Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer during a visit to Capitol Hill on Dec. 12. Now it’s “as long as we can.” “If Congress passes new funding by the end of January, it won’t be a major blow to our credibility,” said Alexander Vershbow, a former U.S. ambassador to …

U.S. keeps funds for Ukraine flowing despite congressional constraints
1 year ago

U.S. keeps funds for Ukraine flowing despite congressional constraints

The Hindu  

The White House has been increasingly pressuring Congress to pass stalled legislation to support Ukraine’s war against Russia, saying that funding has run out. The time to help a democratic Ukraine fight against Russian aggression is right now.” Since then, the U.S. has announced three more aid packages totaling $475 million. The U.S. has already sent Ukraine $111 billion in …

How the US keeps funding Ukraine’s military — even as it says it’s out of money
1 year ago

How the US keeps funding Ukraine’s military — even as it says it’s out of money

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The White House has been increasingly pressuring Congress to pass stalled legislation to support Ukraine’s war against Russia, saying that funding has run out. THE POLITICAL WRANGLING The U.S. has already sent Ukraine $111 billion in weapons, equipment, humanitarian assistance and other aid since Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his invasion more than 21 months ago. Prospects for …

With Ukraine aid in peril, Zelensky pleads his case on Capitol Hill and at the White House
1 year ago

With Ukraine aid in peril, Zelensky pleads his case on Capitol Hill and at the White House

The Hindu  

His country's future at stake, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky used inspirational words, optimistic resolve and a nod to Christmas in appealing on December 12 to leaders in Congress for U.S. aid for his fighters in the war with Russia. before they give Putin the greatest Christmas gift they could possibly give him.” Mr. Zelensky made his own case during his …

Additional US military aid to Ukraine will be a ‘fiasco’, Kremlin says
1 year ago

Additional US military aid to Ukraine will be a ‘fiasco’, Kremlin says

Al Jazeera  

Moscow is ‘very attentively’ watching as US President Joe Biden and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy meet in Washington. Any further United States aid to Ukraine will be a “fiasco”, the Kremlin has said ahead of a meeting in Washington between US President Joe Biden and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy. “The tens of billions of dollars that Ukraine wants to be pumped with …

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