US to supply Ukraine with more weapons ahead of expected counteroffensive

03/05/2023

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The US is sending Ukraine about $300 million in additional military aid, including Hydra-70 aircraft rockets, ammunition for HIMARS, and artillery and mortar rounds.

According to the Pentagon, the new military package also includes:

155mm howitzers
Tube-Launched, Optically-Tracked, Wire-Guided (TOW) missiles
AT-4 and Carl Gustaf anti-armor weapon systems
Small arms and small arms ammunition
Demolition munitions for obstacle clearing
Trucks and trailers to transport heavy equipment
Testing and diagnostic equipment to support vehicle maintenance and repair
Spare parts and other field equipment

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