Secretary of State Antony Blinken authorized an additional $200 million to provide military assistance to Ukraine, according to a March 12 statement on the Department of State website.
This increase in funding brings the total security assistance provided by the U.S. to Ukraine to more than $1.2 billion since the beginning of the Biden administration, Blinken said.
“We salute the armed forces of Ukraine and all Ukrainian citizens who are defending their country with great skill, iron will and profound courage,” Blinken said. “America and its allies support their efforts to defend their country and protect their fellow citizens and urge Russia to recognize that force will never defeat Ukraine’s spirit.”
The U.S. will also continue providing humanitarian assistance to Ukraine, Blinken added.
“We are committed to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and will continue to provide Ukraine the support it needs,” he said.
