US Pledges Nearly $1 Billion in Ukraine Aid Amid Trump-Zelenskyy Meeting

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced a new $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine, consisting of contracts for drones and air defense munitions, as part of his final major speech before leaving office. He defended the Biden administration's national security record and highlighted strengthened alliances in the Indo-Pacific. The future of U.S. aid to Ukraine remains uncertain as the incoming Trump administration begins discussions with Ukrainian officials.