US Pledges Nearly $1 Billion in Aid to Ukraine Amid Key Diplomatic Meetings

The Pentagon has announced a new $988 million aid package for Ukraine, focusing on purchasing ammunition for HIMARS and other military equipment. This package significantly reduces the remaining funds in the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, which aims to procure weapons for Ukraine without depleting U.S. stockpiles. The announcement coincides with President Biden's final days in office and a meeting between President-elect Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, who expressed optimism about continued cooperation. Since 2022, the U.S. has provided over $62 billion in security assistance to Ukraine.