Biden Announces $125 Million Aid Package for Ukraine

U.S. President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy discussed a $125 million military aid package ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day. The U.S. continues its unwavering support, with aid including air-defense and anti-armor missiles. Sanctions on 400 entities aiding Russia's war effort were also announced.

U.S. President Joe Biden announced a new $125 million military aid package for Ukraine during a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday, ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day on Saturday.

In reaffirming Washington's unwavering support for Ukraine in its war with Russia, the aid package will include air-defense missiles, counter-drone equipment, anti-armor missiles, and ammunition, as stated by the White House.

Following the discussion, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Ukrainian counterpart Rustem Umerov also spoke. On the same day, the U.S. imposed sanctions on more than 400 entities and individuals aiding Russia, including Chinese companies and others skirting Western sanctions to bolster Moscow's military efforts.

(With inputs from agencies.)