In particular, he wants to spend more than $ 20 billion on military aid.
President of the United States Joe Biden sends to the US Congress request for additional funds to help Ukraine. He said this in an address on Thursday.
“We have run out of money. So today I am sending an additional request to Congress to ensure the supply of military equipment to Ukraine,” Biden said. $ 33 billion.
The President of the United States wants to spend $ 20.4 billion on weapons, ammunition and other military assistance to Ukraine and its allies in Europe. In particular, for additional artillery systems, armored vehicles, anti-tank and anti-aircraft weapons, as well as to strengthen capabilities in cybersecurity and demining.
Another $ 8.5 billion is for direct economic aid to the government, countering Russian misinformation and supporting small and medium-sized businesses.
The remaining $ 3 billion is for humanitarian and food aid .
“We need this decision to support Ukraine in its struggle for freedom. The cost of this struggle is not cheap, but it will cost more to increase aggression,” Biden told the White House.
“I hope that Congress will consider this application in the near future. I hope that Democrats and Republicans will support the Ukrainian people,” he added.
Earlier it became known that Joe Biden is also asking approve a package of laws that will facilitate the use of assets of individuals associated with Russia to provide assistance to Ukraine.
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