The United States has announced a new military assistance package for Ukraine, as part of the security support surge initiated by President Biden on September 26. This move is aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defense against ongoing Russian attacks.
The latest assistance, sourced from previous Department of Defense stock drawdowns, is valued at $500 million. It comprises various military assets including Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (c-UAS) munitions, ammunition for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), and artillery ammunition of 155mm and 105mm calibers. Additionally, the package includes High-speed Anti-radiation missiles (HARMs), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles (MRAPs), High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs), light tactical vehicles, and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) protective equipment.
Further items in the package are Javelin and AT-4 anti-armor systems, Tube-launched Optically guided Wire-tracked (TOW) missiles, small arms ammunition, grenades and training equipment. Demolition equipment and munitions are also included alongside spare parts, ancillary equipment, services, training, and transportation.
The United States joins over 50 nations in supporting Ukraine to ensure it possesses the necessary capabilities to defend itself against Russian aggression.
