Ukraine's Survival Hangs in the Balance as US Aid Dries Up

Political impasse over immigration policy hampers approval of crucial funding, while Russia replenishes forces for expected winter assault.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to address US senators by video during a classified briefing as the Biden administration pushes for approval of nearly $106 billion in funds for wars in Ukraine, Israel, and other security needs.
The US is running out of funding to send weapons and assistance to Ukraine, with the Office of Management and Budget Director warning that this could 'kneecap' Ukraine on the battlefield and increase the likelihood of Russian military victories.
Republicans are demanding hardline immigration policy changes at the southern border in exchange for funding Ukraine, creating a political impasse.
Russia is expected to target Ukrainian civilians and power plants during the upcoming winter, and there are signs that Moscow has been able to replenish its depleted forces and armaments.
Ukraine's survival and the reputation of the US as a global leader are at stake, with concerns that a shift in the GOP's worldview towards an isolationist stance could signal to adversaries like Russia and China that US security guarantees mean little.