US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Kyiv to show support for Ukraine's counteroffensive against Russian forces and is likely to announce a new package of US assistance worth over $1 billion.
The Biden administration will send depleted-uranium munitions to Ukraine as part of a new military aid package, despite concerns about health risks and Russian propaganda.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell urged lawmakers to continue supporting Ukraine and criticized President Biden for not being decisive enough in response to Russian aggression, emphasizing the importance of aiding Ukraine in weakening Russia without military conflict. McConnell's stance contrasts with some Republicans who have called for reducing aid to Ukraine. The Biden administration has requested roughly $40 billion in supplemental funding, with about half of it allocated for Ukraine. McConnell stated that lawmakers will have the opportunity to vote on this aid when considering a short-term spending deal.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasizes that US financial support to Ukraine is not only about aiding the country in its fight against Russia, but also about preventing Vladimir Putin's further global aggression.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy seeks additional funding for the war with Russia during his visit to Washington, while Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell makes a case for continued aid to Ukraine.
US military aid and training for Ukrainian forces may be disrupted in the event of a US government shutdown, potentially impacting the ongoing conflict with Russia and the delivery of key equipment.
Delivering new aid to Ukraine to defend against Russia is increasingly difficult due to skepticism and dysfunction among House Republicans and divided opinions among Senate Republicans, potentially delaying the much-needed assistance.
The United States has provided over $100 billion in aid to Ukraine in its efforts to resist Russia's invasion, but there is growing Republican skepticism about continuing to fund the war effort.
The Biden administration announced an aid package of up to $325 million for Ukraine to support its critical security and defense needs in its fight against Russia, coinciding with Ukrainian President Zelensky's visit to Washington, D.C.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has pledged military, economic, and humanitarian support for Ukraine, including imposing sanctions on Russia and providing $650 million in military assistance over the next three years.
The Pentagon has announced that US aid to Ukraine will continue even if the government shuts down, as its budget for weapons and humanitarian aid has been ringfenced as part of a contingency plan to keep essential parts of Joe Biden's administration afloat.
Ukraine's President Zelensky praised America's new defense package, which includes artillery and air defense systems, and announced a long-term defense support deal with Canada; Poland has prepared transit corridors for Ukrainian grain, and Ukrainian forces continue to push forward near Melitopol; Prime Minister Shmyhal held his first meeting with the US Special Representative for Economic Recovery in Ukraine, Penny Pritzker; the US House speaker dropped plans to strip a $300 million Ukraine aid package from the funding bill; the International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed that previously reported mines remain at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant; President Zelensky presented state awards to Polish volunteers supporting Ukraine's war effort in Lublin.
Republicans in Congress are divided over whether the United States should continue to provide aid to Ukraine, with some expressing skepticism and hostility towards supporting the besieged country, even though the aid has been crucial in fending off Russia's advance; the opposition to Ukraine aid among Republicans has been driven in part by right-wing figures such as Tucker Carlson and former President Donald Trump, who have spread false narratives and influenced the party's base to turn against the aid.
Top U.S. Senate leaders express bipartisan commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty, pledging to ensure sustained support in defense and economic matters, while Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin urges Congress to provide aid for Ukraine.
Senator Lindsey Graham expects that Ukraine aid will not be separated from border funding, as Congress works to find a solution after a shutdown bill excluded Ukraine.
U.S. President Joe Biden urges congressional Republicans to support a bill providing aid to Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of maintaining American support for the country in its defense against aggression and brutality from Russia.
The Kremlin believes that the decision by the US Congress to pass a funding bill without aid for Ukraine is a temporary setback for Kyiv, but predicts that war fatigue in the West will increase and lead to a growing split in opinion.
Ukrainian officials assure that aid to their country is not at risk, despite the exclusion of $20 billion in assistance for Kyiv in a recent U.S. spending bill.
EU foreign ministers show support for Ukraine in a meeting in Kyiv amidst concerns over pro-Russian election results in Slovakia and the exclusion of Ukraine war aid from the U.S. spending bill.
President Biden reassured world leaders during a call that the United States remains committed to supporting Ukraine as it defends itself against Russia, amid concerns over dwindling resources for aid.
President Joe Biden plans to deliver a "major" speech on funding for Ukraine, highlighting its importance for the United States and its allies, amid concerns about the U.S. being unable to deliver aid to Ukraine due to the political situation on Capitol Hill.
President Biden has expressed concern over the fate of his $24 billion request for Ukraine aid amid disarray in Congress, as the Pentagon warns that military aid in Ukraine is running out and urges lawmakers to approve more aid to prevent disruption in the flow of weapons to Ukraine.
The future of U.S. military and economic aid to Ukraine is uncertain as some Republicans in Congress oppose sending more money, despite President Biden's commitment to support Ukraine in its resistance against Russia.
US President Joe Biden intends to request a record-breaking aid package of up to $100 billion from Congress to support Ukraine, in an effort to overcome opposition from Republicans and secure funding before the US presidential elections next November.
Germany has announced a support package for Ukraine worth 1 billion euros, including air defense systems, weapons, and ground vehicles, to increase the operational readiness of the Ukrainian armed forces.
The Biden administration and lawmakers are considering linking aid to Israel and funding for Ukraine as a strategy to secure funding for both, although the timing of such a move is uncertain.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen assures that the US can support both Israel and Ukraine in their military conflicts, with President Biden planning to push for an emergency aid package for both countries.
President Joe Biden delivers a rare prime-time speech advocating for aid to Israel and Ukraine, proposing a package that includes $60 billion for Ukraine and $40 billion for Israel, among other measures.
The Biden administration has requested Congress to approve a $106 billion emergency aid package for Israel, Ukraine, the southern U.S. border, and humanitarian needs, facing political hurdles but tying funds for Ukraine to Israel's defense system in an effort to gain support.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has indicated his support for President Biden's proposal to combine aid packages for Ukraine and Israel into a single bill.
Newly elected Speaker of the House Mike Johnson suggests that funding for Ukraine and Israel should be handled separately and expresses concerns over Ukraine funding, indicating that he may not support President Joe Biden's $106 billion aid package for both countries.
The US House of Representatives will consider new military aid to Ukraine and Israel as separate measures, with House Republicans seeking greater accountability for aid to Ukraine while offering a slightly higher aid package for Israel than requested by the Biden administration.
House Republicans have shown renewed hope for approving additional aid to Ukraine, suggesting a separate vote for Ukraine funding and aid to Israel may be possible in the Republican-controlled House.
Senators on both sides of the aisle are working on passing an aid package for Israel and Ukraine, but there are concerns that the package will face resistance in the House and that funding for Ukraine may slow down aid to Israel.
