Biden Administration Considers Deploying US Military Contractors to Ukraine
Plan aims to expedite maintenance of US-supplied weapons systems, pending final approval
- Policy would allow contractors to repair and maintain US weapons in Ukraine, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Biden has not yet approved the plan, which is expected to be enacted later this year if passed.
- The move would involve a limited number of contractors, significantly fewer than in Iraq or Afghanistan.
- Current US support is remote, requiring damaged equipment to be sent to neighboring countries for repairs.
- This shift marks a potential change in US policy, reflecting ongoing efforts to support Ukraine against Russian advances.