WASHINGTON — The United States announced a new $425 million military aid package for Ukraine on Wednesday, as part of ongoing efforts to bolster the country’s defense amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and President Joe Biden both confirmed the latest round of assistance, emphasizing the continued commitment of the U.S. and its allies to supporting Ukraine’s defense.
This comes as many Americans in Florida and the South are experiencing aid rejections from FEMA and being caught in a quagmire of red tape that involves denials and appeals.
The new security package includes critical air defense capabilities, air-to-ground munitions, armored vehicles, and other essential supplies, according to a statement from the White House. This comes as part of a broader international effort, with more than 50 nations standing in solidarity with Ukraine.
“I am announcing the delivery of $425 million of support for Ukraine’s defense,” Blinken wrote on social media Wednesday. “The United States and more than 50 nations stand united with Ukraine, and this support will ensure continued robust support in the months ahead.”
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, in a post on Telegram, thanked President Biden, Congress, and the American people for the assistance, which he said would help strengthen Ukraine’s defense against Russian forces. Zelenskiy also discussed his country’s five-point “victory plan” during a call with Biden, proposing the possibility of joint weapons production and highlighting the need for additional training for Ukrainian soldiers.
“We thank the United States for its readiness to help Ukraine strengthen its positions to compel Russia towards honest diplomacy,” Zelenskiy wrote.
The U.S. continues to provide military aid as part of its broader strategy to help Ukraine resist Russian aggression, with no immediate signs of an end to the conflict.