Ukraine ambassador reports no lend-lease extension in 2025 US defense bill
Key provisions include continuing the ban on Russian funds, plans for an AI weapons center involving Ukraine, and reporting on Russia’s terrorism financing.
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Biden plans to submit to Congress request for assistance to Ukraine for next year
The White House will seek continued support for Ukraine into 2025, with plans to submit a new funding request to Congress within two months.
HuffPost: Pro-Ukrainian activists in US push for urgent aid to Ukraine before Trump takes office
Experts suggest that for Trump to have a credible negotiation stance with Putin, he must prioritize military aid to Ukraine, ensuring a position of strength before entering talks.
US prepares $ 375 million in military aid for Ukraine amid Russian energy grid attacks – Reuters
The package includes patrol boats, HIMARS ammunition, and artillery supplies.
US’ Ukraine aid faces deadline as White House seeks extension
The White House asks Congress to extend presidential drawdown authority for Ukraine aid through 2025, making $5.8 billion available beyond the September 30 use-it-or-lose-it deadline, included in the continuing resolution proposed by House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Zelenskyy discusses Ukraine’s victory plan with US Congress delegation in Italy
In talks with a U.S. Congressional delegation, Zelensky emphasized the urgency of bolstering Ukraine's defenses.
Reuters: Biden Administration scrambles to save $6 bn in Ukraine aid before fiscal year-end
The US administration is urgently negotiating with Congress to use $6 billion in military aid for Ukraine before 30 September, exploring options to extend Presidential Drawdown Authority, per Reuters sources.
Biden apologizes to Zelenskyy for aid delay, announces $225 mln package for Ukraine in Paris
During a speech in Normandy, France, on Thursday, President Biden compared the fight against tyranny in World War Two to Ukraine's ongoing war with Russia, labeling Russian President Vladimir Putin as a tyrant.
US sets up “robust logistics network” for rapid delivery Ukraine’s $ 60 mn aid
According to Pentagon spokesman Patrick Ryder, the US, in collaboration with its allies and partners, has created "a robust logistics network" to facilitate the swift delivery of defense aid to Ukraine.
US Congressional delegation arrives in Kyiv, reaffirming support for Ukraine
As the US Congress approves a $60 billion Ukraine aid package, a bipartisan delegation of lawmakers visited Kyiv on 22 April.
New York Times: “Johnson, an evangelical Christian, knelt and prayed for guidance” on Ukraine funding
"I want to be on the right side of history," Speaker Mike Johnson reportedly told the chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee, explaining his decision to champion a $60 aid bill for Ukraine despite previously opposing efforts to fund Kyiv's war effort.
RFE/RL: Prague activists rally for EU military aid to Ukraine in symbolic performance
The demonstration was held in Old Town Square to support Estonia's proposal to allocate at least 0.25% of each EU member state's GDP to held Ukraine in its struggle against Russian occupiers.
US House overcomes key procedural step, clearing path to vote on Ukraine aid bill
The bills providing military aid and other assistance to Kyiv will be voted on 20 April evening, alongside aid packages for Israel and Taiwan.
Ukraine warns of WW3 amid delay in crucial aid vote
"If we will not protect… Ukraine will fall. So the global, the global system of security will be destroyed," Ukraine's PM Shmyhal warned.
The Washington Post: Secret Russian document reveals plan for weakening West
A secret Russian Foreign Ministry document obtained by The Washington Post reveals Russia's intention to leverage its war in Ukraine to challenge what it perceives as American dominance and reshape the global order.
$ 61B and ATACMS: US House unveils Ukraine aid bill
The House plans to consider Ukraine aid bill, along with separate legislation for Israel, Taiwan, and national security, on 20 April.
Bloomberg: Russia tries to force Ukrainians from Kharkiv
Amid fears of destabilization fueled by a disinformation campaign, Ukraine reinforces defenses and seeks military aid while the US debates support in Congress.
US Senate Majority Leader Schumer: Biden, Congress agree on Israel, Ukraine aid
House may vote this week on military aid for Israel in response to Iran attack, unclear if combined with Ukraine support. House Intel Chair Republican Mike Turner expects Ukraine aid vote & passage.
UK foreign secretary Cameron heads to US to lobby for Ukraine aid
Britain's top diplomat is making a fresh push for the US to provide more military aid to Ukraine.
Ukrainian-born Republican Congresswoman Spartz says she not to vote for $ 60 bn Ukraine aid bill
Despite her personal ties to Ukraine, Republican Congresswoman Victoria Spartz is opposing the latest US aid bill