The United States has announced a new military assistance package for Ukraine, valued at $425 million. This aid is intended to support Ukraine as it defends against ongoing Russian attacks. The package includes a range of weapons and equipment sourced from Department of Defense stocks under the Presidential Drawdown Authority.

The items in this package comprise Stinger missiles, air-to-ground munitions, additional munitions for National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (NASAMS), ammunition for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), 155mm and 105mm artillery ammunition, Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (c-UAS) equipment and munitions, Tube-launched, Optically tracked, Wire-guided (TOW) missiles, Javelin and AT-4 anti-armor systems, Stryker Armored Personnel Carriers, small arms and ammunition. It also includes medical equipment, grenades and training equipment, demolitions equipment and munitions, along with spare parts, ancillary equipment, services, training, and transportation.

"This latest package demonstrates the United States’ commitment to surge security assistance to Ukraine that Congress has authorized," stated Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken. He further emphasized President Biden's determination to fully utilize the authority granted by Congress in supporting Ukraine before his term ends.

Blinken reiterated the U.S.'s dedication to providing necessary support for Ukraine's defense efforts against Russian aggression: "We will continue to surge security assistance for Ukraine and provide Ukraine the support it needs to succeed on the battlefield."