Five resolutions supporting Ukraine fail in US Senate
Senate Republicans blocked five resolutions supporting Ukraine and condemning Russia's invasion, citing ongoing peace negotiations led by President Trump.
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New US State Secretary says both Ukraine and Russia should concede “something”
In his first statements after unanimous US Senate confirmation as Secretary of State, Marco Rubio emphasized the necessity of ending the Russia-Ukraine war through diplomatic channels.
US Senators Blumenthal and Graham endorse retired NATO F-16 pilots for Ukraine’s Air Force
Two US Senators call on the Biden Administration to lift restrictions on using US-supplied weapons in Russia, and endorse enlisting retired NATO F-16 pilots for Ukraine's Air Forc
Ukraine’s Parliament Chairman calls on US to lift restrictions on Ukraine’s use of American weapons
Ruslan Stefanchuk, the Chairman of Ukraine's Parliament, met with US Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal to discuss critical matters of US-Ukraine cooperation amidst ongoing Russian aggression.
US Senate approves ban on Russian uranium imports
In a move to undercut Russia's revenue from uranium exports, the US Senate unanimously passed a bill banning Russian uranium imports.
US Senate overwhelmingly approves Ukraine aid, Biden says he will sign the bill as soon as it reaches his desk (updated)
The US Senate has approved a $95 billion foreign aid package, including $60+ billion for Ukraine, with President Joe Biden promising to sign the bill as soon as it reaches him.
US Senate advances Ukraine aid bill as Pentagon set to send $ 1 bn package once bill clears Senate and Biden
The US Senate advanced a $95 billion foreign aid bill including $60+ billion for Ukraine, setting up a final vote, as the Pentagon prepares $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine, pending the passage and enactment of the legislation.
Crucial $ 61B Ukraine military aid bill heads to US Senate floor 23 April
President Joe Biden is expected to quickly sign the aid package into law once the Senate gives its approval.
Media: US House Speaker Johnson plans to pass four separate aid bills, further delaying Ukraine support
US House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to offer four separate foreign aid bills for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and other priorities instead of Senate-approved package, further delaying the stalled Ukraine aid.
Speaker Johanson promises to unblock aid to Ukraine that will “look substantially different”
Speaker Mike Johnson signaled a loan or lend-lease approach to support Kyiv's war efforts without direct payments from US taxpayers.
Mike Johnson rejects Senate bill on Ukraine aid
The US House Speaker says he will not pass a bill that offers military support to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan unless it includes measures to deal with the migration issue on the US border.
US Senate approves foreign aid bill, including $ 61 bn for Ukraine, but House may reject it
The Democratic-led US Senate overcame a key hurdle by passing President Biden’s $95 billion foreign aid proposal, including $61 billion for Ukraine, though House Republicans have voiced disapproval over the lack of border security funds ahead of the bill's uncertain future.
US Senate wraps up Ukraine aid bill talks, final vote looms
The vote is likely to be scheduled for Tuesday, 14 February.
US House members visit Ukraine, assuring Kyiv of “continued support”
A bipartisan US Congressional delegation of four members, including Republicans and Democrats arrived in Kyiv on 9 Feb. to assure Kyiv that there is "overwhelming support of Ukraine" in the US House and Senate.
US Senate advances $95 bn aid bill for Ukraine, Israel
After overcoming a previous impasse, the US Senate has agreed to consider a targeted aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan amid persistent Republican divisions.
US Senate majority leader to push Ukraine, Israel aid bill stripped of US border security provisions
US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer intends to advance a pared-down aid package for Israel and Ukraine, omitting border security provisions, in response to Republican resistance against a comprehensive bipartisan bill, per NBC News.
US Senate negotiators release border and military aid bill, which includes $ 60 bn for Ukraine
The $118 billion national security package represents a significant priority for President Biden; however, it encounters strong opposition from former President Donald Trump and his supporters.
US Senate announces key vote on Ukraine aid next week
The US Senate gears up for a crucial vote on a comprehensive aid package, including some $60 billion for Ukraine, despite skepticism from Republican lawmakers and external pressures from Donald Trump.
Historic seizure of Russian assets for Ukraine approved by Senate panel
The new legislation would pave the way for Washington to confiscate Russian central bank assets amounting to $300 billion and direct them to Ukraine's reconstruction.
US Senate Republicans say no Christmas deal for Ukraine, border
US Senate Republicans anticipate no agreement before Christmas on Ukraine aid and border security reforms, citing ongoing disagreements between White House and Senate negotiators.
