An American military plane delivered a batch of military aid to Ukraine. Kiev received, in particular, medical equipment, weapons and ammunition. This is stated in the message of the Ministry of Defense. It is noted that the goods arrive in batches. Since 2014, Ukraine has received logistical support from the United States totaling more than two billion dollars.
Loads of additional security assistance were delivered to Ukraine from the United States. Weapons and medical equipment arrived at Boryspil airport.
This is reported by the press service of the Ministry of Defense. It is noted that cargo to Ukraine will arrive from the States in several batches. This time, medical equipment, ammunition, precision weapons and radar surveillance equipment were delivered to our country.
In total, $ 60 million worth of cargo will arrive in Ukraine in addition to the previously agreed volume of $ 250 million. In total, since 2014, Ukraine has received logistical support from the United States totaling more than $ 2 billion.
It is noted that the provision of additional security assistance from the United States is a confirmation of the strategic partnership between the countries.
US congressmen have proposed to the administration of US President Joe Biden to transfer or sell the Iron Dome missile defense system to Ukraine. Such a development has been in service with Israel for 15 years and helps the military to fight militants from the Gaza Strip.
The Congress also proposed to increase the volume of military assistance to Ukraine. In particular, the draft US defense budget for 2022 provides for $ 300 million for Kiev.
On September 1, Vladimir Zelensky and Joe Biden met in Washington - the presidents met in person for the first time. After that, following the meetings of the Ukrainian delegation in the United States, the state concern Ukroboronprom reached a number of agreements on cooperation with American companies. The total amount of the three agreements amounted to $ 2.5 billion.
As OBOZREVATEL reported, the United States will provide Ukraine with $ 12.8 million to combat the coronavirus pandemic. Kiev will receive assistance within the framework of the law "On the plan to save America".
Alexey Titoff
