Biden announces new US aid package in conversation with Zelenskyy
US President Joe Biden called Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky to offer his greetings on the occasion of Ukraine's Independence Day (24 August), announce the allocation of a new military aid package, and reaffirm his steadfast support for the Ukrainian people.
Source: White House, as reported by European Pravda
Details: Biden expressed the unwavering support of the people of Ukraine from America during the conversation with Zelenskyy, and reiterated his belief that Ukraine will remain a "free, sovereign and independent country".
He also stated that by the end of the day, the United States will announce a new package of military support to Ukraine.
"The package includes air defence missiles to protect Ukraine’s critical infrastructure; counter-drone equipment and anti-armor missiles to defend against Russia’s evolving tactics on the battlefield; and ammunition for frontline soldiers and the mobile rocket systems that protect them," Biden listed.
The American president also mentioned the sanctions imposed against almost 400 legal entities and individuals that contribute to Russia's illegal war.
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