Biden approves $ 20 billion Ukraine loan backed by frozen Russian assets
This is part of a $50 billion Western loan package for Ukraine secured by revenue from frozen Russian money.
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FT: $ 20 bn US pledge boosts G7’s $ 50 bn loan package for Ukraine
The US aims to contribute up to $20 billion to a G7 loan for Ukraine, with repayment from profits on frozen Russian assets, as negotiations accelerate ahead of potential shifts in US aid policy post-election, FT says.
Biden, Scholz discuss increased Ukraine aid
The US President met with the German Chancellor, pledging sustained support for Ukraine, as the US election looms.
Biden announces $ 425 million military aid for Ukraine in Zelenskyy call
The aid includes critical air defense systems and long-range weapons, Zelenskyy says.
Biden declines meeting with Zelenskyy in Europe, opts for phone call, White House says
The crucial Ramstein format meeting, originally scheduled for last week but canceled due to a hurricane in the US, will now take place in November.
Ukraine urges NATO invitation before Biden leaves office, ambassador says
This could solidify Biden's legacy.
Bloomberg: Biden to visit Germany on 18 Oct, Ramstein NATO meeting on Ukraine canceled
He was supposed to lead the meeting, where Zelenskyy was expected to present his Victory plan to key NATO leaders.
Biden reschedules Germany visit for 18 October, reports say
He was set to arrive in Germany on 12 October to lead the Ramstein meeting on aid to Ukraine, and Zelenskyy was expected to attend. However, Biden postponed the visit due to a hurricane in the US.
Ukraine’s key Ramstein defense talks on hold after Biden cancels Germany trip
A meeting in Germany's Ramstein has been postponed after US President Joe Biden canceled his trip to focus on Hurricane Milton preparations.
Ramstein meetings may be postponed, sources say
The Ramstein format meeting on Ukraine's defense may be postponed asto US officials canceled their visit due to Hurricane Milton's approach to the US.
Biden postpones trip to Ramstein in Germany due to hurricane threat
A planned presentation of Ukraine's "victory plan" to allies has been disrupted as President Biden cancels his trip to Germany due to domestic weather concerns.
Bloomberg: Scholz, Biden, Macron, and Starmer to meet on 12 Oct for crucial Ukraine talks
The leaders will then join a Ukraine Contact Group summit at Ramstein Air Base in Germany, with Biden at the helm.
Zelenskyy to pitch “Victory Plan” again at Ramstein meeting
President Zelenskyy's recent US trip to present Ukraine's "victory plan" failed to achieve concrete results, leaving Ukraine in an uncertain position regarding future support, WP says.
Volker: Biden, Trump set to greenlight strikes deep in Russia
The ex-US Ambassador to NATO slammed the West for a timid response to Russian threats, arguing that only fear, not restraint, can keep Putin in check.
White House defies congressional mandate on Ukraine aid disclosure
The Biden administration has classified its Ukraine aid strategy document, contrary to congressional requirements for public disclosure, raising GOP lawmakers' concerns about the administration's transparency.
Zelenskyy: Only through strength can Russia be forced to respect rules
Ukrainian president claimed his strategy of "peace through strength" received full endorsement from US officials.
Biden to lead a Ramstein-format meeting on 12 October in Germany
President Joe Biden will lead a crucial meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in Germany soon, following talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in DC.
Zelenskyy, Biden meet to discuss Ukraine’s victory plan and strategy to counter Russian aggression
The presidents discussed Zelenskyy's "Victory Plan" and long-term objectives, including NATO membership and further strengthening Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression.
Biden announces $ 7.9 billion defense aid for Ukraine, new Russia sanctions
The package includes air defense systems, long-range munitions, and F-16 pilot training. Additionally, new sanctions target Russia's defense industry and cryptocurrency networks.
Pentagon: Ukraine will receive the rest of Congress-approved $60 billion aid package before Biden’s presidential term ends
The Pentagon pledges to expedite the distribution of $60 billion in US aid to Ukraine, aiming to complete deliveries before President Biden’s term ends, according to Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh.