U.S. Sends Advanced JSOW Glide Bombs to Ukraine in $8 Billion Aid Package

The military aid, announced during President Zelenskyy's visit to the White House, aims to bolster Ukraine's long-range strike capabilities against Russian forces.

• President Joe Biden announced the $8 billion military aid package on September 26, which includes the Joint Standoff Weapon (JSOW) glide bombs.
• The JSOWs are precision-guided munitions capable of striking targets up to 81 miles away, enhancing Ukraine's ability to hit Russian positions from safer distances.
• These advanced bombs feature GPS guidance and infrared imaging sensors, making them difficult for Russian air defenses to intercept.
• Ukraine's F-16 fighter jets, recently supplied by NATO countries, will be equipped with these JSOWs, providing a significant upgrade in their strike options.
• The aid package also includes Patriot air-defense systems, HIMARS, Javelin anti-armor systems, and other military supplies to support Ukraine's defense efforts.

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