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Local sources from Ukraine: ТСН, BBC.com.
UK coverage: Financial Times.

US President Joe Biden has assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that American weapons will be delivered to Ukraine quickly. The assurance comes amid rising tensions with Russia over the conflict in eastern Ukraine. The US has been providing military aid to Ukraine, including lethal weapons, to support its defense against Russian aggression. Biden’s commitment to delivering weapons quickly signals the US’s continued support for Ukraine and its efforts to deter Russian aggression in the region.

According to a report from ТСН, the aid package from the US is crucial for Ukraine as the situation on the front line is critical. Ukrainian Deputy Chairman of the Committee on National Security, Defense, and Intelligence, Yegor Chernyev, stated that the Armed Forces of Ukraine are in dire need of specific weapons, including 155 caliber shells, missiles for air defense systems, and ATACMS missiles. Chernyev expressed hope that the US will deliver these weapons soon, as they are crucial for Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression.

In a report from BBC.com, it is revealed that after over six months of blocking military and financial aid to Ukraine, the United States House of Representatives has finally approved a much-needed legislative package for Kyiv, totaling over $60 billion. The aid package, which still requires approval from the Senate, is expected to be quickly approved as the Senate is majority Democrat. If all procedures go smoothly, Ukraine will be able to receive the first batches of aid as early as May. The aid package includes defense spending of $49.9 billion, economic assistance of $9.5 billion, and a loan of $7 billion.

The approval of the aid package by the House of Representatives is seen as a positive step towards unblocking aid for Ukraine. The package includes a requirement for the president to provide long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine. The Pentagon has already stated that they will promptly send new batches of weapons to Ukraine as soon as Congress unblocks the aid package. This development reaffirms the US’s commitment to supporting Ukraine and its efforts to counter Russian aggression.

The situation in Ukraine remains critical, with a significant deficit of ammunition and missile defense systems. While the European Union has been actively involved in supplying Ukraine, they have not been able to fully meet the country’s needs. The delivery of American weapons is crucial for Ukraine’s defense and will greatly enhance their capabilities in deterring Russian aggression.

As tensions continue to rise in eastern Ukraine, President Biden’s assurance of quick delivery of weapons to Ukraine sends a strong message of support to the Ukrainian government and its people. The US’s commitment to providing military aid and its efforts to deter Russian aggression in the region are crucial for maintaining stability and peace in Ukraine and the wider region.