U.S. Resumes Weapons Aid to Ukraine Under New Financial Pact

The Trump administration has approved the first U.S. weapons aid packages for Ukraine, to be used under a new financial agreement with NATO allies. This marks the first use of the Priority Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) mechanism, facilitating arms shipments worth up to $500 million.

The Trump administration is set to resume sending military aid to Ukraine, with the approval of the first weapons aid packages to Kyiv. This initiative is part of a new financial arrangement with NATO allies, marking a significant step in defense collaboration.

According to sources familiar with the developments, the U.S. has devised a new mechanism named the Priority Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), aimed at streamlining the transfer of weapons from existing U.S. stocks using funds contributed by NATO countries.

Elbridge Colby, the Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, has authorized shipments worth up to $500 million under this innovative arrangement, highlighting renewed strategic support for Ukraine amidst ongoing regional tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)