US announces $1.7 billion in military aid to Ukraine
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The Pentagon has announced a new $1.7 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, which includes missiles and ammunition to aid in countering Russia's invasion.

This package features $200 million in immediate assistance and $1.5 billion in long-term support.

Included are surface-to-air missiles, air defense munitions, HIMARS rockets, and anti-tank weapons.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the urgency of this aid, stating, “The United States is sending Ukraine a significant new package of urgently needed weapons.”

Ukrainian President Zelensky expressed gratitude, noting this aid's crucial role in sustaining defenses and saving lives.

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