Overview

• The U.S. announced a $5.9 billion aid package for Ukraine, including $2.5 billion in military support and $3.4 billion in direct budgetary assistance.
• The military aid includes $1.25 billion in immediate supplies from U.S. stockpiles and $1.22 billion for long-term weapons procurement under the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative.
• The package aims to bolster Ukraine's defenses as Russia intensifies its assaults, including attacks on energy infrastructure and frontline battles involving North Korean troops.
• President Biden emphasized the urgency of delivering aid before President-elect Donald Trump, who has criticized Ukraine support, takes office on January 20.
• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked the U.S. for its support, describing it as critical to Ukraine's resilience and a step toward achieving peace in 2025.