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ISW: Delayed US military supplies impact the Ukrainian forces’ capabilities to respond to Russian mechanized assaults

While Russian mechanized assaults intensify in Ukraine's east, materiel shortages don't allow Ukrainian forces to contest the battlefield initiative

byBohdan Ben

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Zelenskyy says Ukraine is open for loans as a form of US aid if it is provided timely

"If we were offered a loan today or everything for free in a year, we would say: 'Only today.'"

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Reuters: GOP infighting threatens further delay of stalled Ukraine aid package in US House

Divisions within the Republican party in the US House of Representatives, including a threat to remove Speaker Mike Johnson, have led to a threat to further delay the approval of a vital aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and other key US allies.

byYuri Zoria

Ordnance for M777 gun. Source: US Embassy in Ukraine

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CNN: Munition shortages pose dire threat to Ukraine, say Western officials

CNN cites Western officials warning of dire consequences for Ukraine due to munition shortages and delayed US aid, putting air defenses at risk amid intensifying Russian attacks.

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Politico: Biden’s team quietly collaborates with House Speaker Mike Johnson to secure Ukraine aid

Politico sources say US President Biden's team is privately working with House Speaker Mike Johnson to navigate political and legislative hurdles to secure the passage of a $60 billion aid package for Ukraine, focusing on national security interests and bipartisan support.

byYuri Zoria

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US House Speaker Jonson promises Ukraine aid bill vote with “innovations” after recess

US House Speaker Mike Johnson intends to move a Ukraine aid package featuring "important innovations" after recess, but if passed, the House's alternative bill would require Senate approval, leading to further aid delays.

byYuri Zoria

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Hill: Ukraine aid to have “overwhelming support” in Congress after recess – US House Intel chair

US House Intelligence Chair Mike Turner anticipates overwhelming congressional support for additional Ukraine funding, despite internal divisions delaying aid, after 9 April when Congress reconvenes from the Easter recess.

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MIM-104 Patriot air defense system, illustrative image. Photo: Depositphotos.

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“We cannot afford any further delays” — White House to Congress on Ukraine’s air defense needs

The White House urged Congres to pass the bipartisan national security supplemental bill so that the US can help Ukraine replenish critically needed air defense missiles.

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Zelenskyy: The US reaction to attacks on Russian refineries was not positive, but it is a fair play

In an interview with The Washington Post, the Ukrainian President confirmed a lack of air defense, saying critics of aid for Ukraine didn't understand the stakes in the war.

byBohdan Ben

"No US aid, no choice but retreat," Zelenskyy warns

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“No US aid, no choice but retreat,” Zelenskyy warns

The US aid package, critical for Kyiv's defense against Russia, has been stalled in Congress since last fall, suspending much-needed military assistance.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

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Zelenskyy concerned about Russian offensive, expected around the end of May or June – CBS News

Zelenskyy also warned that without sufficient assistance, Russia's aggression could quickly extend to Europe.

byOrysia Hrudka

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Zelenskyy to Speaker Johnson: Swift passage of aid for Ukraine by Congress is critical

Facing shortages and escalating Russian air terror, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urges US House Speaker Johnson to rapidly greenlight the vote on the $60+ billion Ukraine military assistance bill, stalled by Republicans since last October.

byYuri Zoria

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Bloomberg: Macron ‘riled’ Washington with statements about sending troops to Ukraine

US warned such move risks clash with Moscow. Officials say Macron's hints aimed to keep Putin pondering but it might have an oposite effect.

byMaria Tril

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US House Speaker Johnson to bring Ukraine aid vote “after Easter”

US House Speaker Johnson commits to holding a vote on Ukraine aid bill after Easter recess, a Republican Representative states. Congressional Republicans have been delaying aid to Ukraine for months, which eventually benefits Russia on the battlefield.

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White House adviser Sullivan: "We will get this done" on Ukraine aid

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White House adviser Sullivan: “We will get this done” on Ukraine aid

However, he offered no updates on the provision of long-range ATACMS missiles.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

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Speaker Johnson faces pressure as US House reconvenes with Ukraine aid on the line

The US House reconvenes with pressure to pass military aid for Ukraine, but Speaker Johnson prioritizes government funding over the aid, potentially further delaying the assistance and benefitting Russia on the battlefield.

byYuri Zoria

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Politico: House Speaker Johnson says he expects to take up Ukraine aid with Democratic votes

US House Speaker Johnson says he expects to take up Ukraine aid through a suspension calendar, a process needing a two-thirds majority vote in the House.

byYuri Zoria

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Orban claims Trump said he won’t “give a penny” to Ukraine

Hungarian PM Orbán claims that former US President Trump stated he would not provide "a penny" in funding for Ukraine, which echoes US aid delay by Congressional Republicans but hasn't yet been confirmed by Trump or his team.

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Russia destroying churches, persecuting clergy in occupied Ukraine, church leader warns

Russia's full-scale Ukraine invasion extinguishing religious freedom through church destruction, clergy arrests/killings, prompting church leader's appeal for unblocked US aid.

byYuri Zoria

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US House Speaker delays Ukraine aid vote until late March or beyond

As US House Speaker Mike Johnson delays the Ukraine aid package, ongoing discussions with House Republicans focus on a new bill, including US-Mexico border restrictions, with potential floor action by late March or April.

byYuri Zoria