Biden sends $275 million in weapons to Ukraine before Trump takes office

The Biden administration is sending an additional $275 million in weapons to Ukraine as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office in two months. This move aims to bolster Ukraine's defense against Russia amid concerns that Trump may reduce military support. New authorizations allow Ukraine to use longer-range missiles against Russian targets, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. The details of the aid package are not yet public, but it may include more equipment for the Army Tactical Missile System. In response, Russian President Vladimir Putin has lowered the threshold for using nuclear weapons, stating that Western powers will be held accountable for any major attacks on Russian soil. Despite this, Russian officials do not expect a nuclear war.