Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskiy says security of Ukraine, Europe and US relies on forceful response to Russia – as it happened
Ukraine president thanks US for final aid package under current US legislation. This live blog is closed
The Ukraine ministry of defence has said it is grateful to the United States for the fresh military aid package to Ukraine, worth up to $250m.
In a post on X, formerly Twitter, it wrote:
We are grateful to the American government and people for their unwavering support. Ukrainian people appreciate your leadership.
The capabilities in the new package include:
Additional munitions for NASAMS
Stinger anti-aircraft missiles
Air defense system components
Additional ammunition for HIMARS
155mm and 105mm artillery rounds
TOW missiles
Javelin and AT-4 anti-armor systems
15+ million rounds of small arms ammunition
Demolitions munitions for obstacle clearing
Spare parts, medical equipment, maintenance, and other ancillary equipment.
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