Ukraine gains clarity on U.S. military aid after Blinken's talks in Brussels

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiga announced a clear understanding of upcoming military aid from the U.S. after talks with Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Brussels. The aid will include weapons and funding for arms production, aiding Ukraine's battlefield strategy. Blinken emphasized the need for NATO allies to increase support for Ukraine, particularly in artillery and air defense systems. He noted that the U.S. is committed to delivering aid before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20. In recent military developments, Ukrainian forces repelled Russian attacks near Kupiansk and reported heavy fighting in Pokrovsk. Russia launched a significant aerial assault on Ukraine, targeting multiple regions with missiles and drones, resulting in casualties and damage.