US to send Ukraine $275 million in new weapons ahead of Trump inauguration
The U.S. will send Ukraine at least $275 million in new weapons, including air defense systems and artillery, as the Biden administration aims to strengthen Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. This follows Ukraine's recent use of longer-range missiles against Russian targets. The aid package is part of a broader effort to deliver all congressionally approved funding for Ukraine before Trump’s inauguration on January 20. The Biden administration is also working to finalize a $50 billion loan to Ukraine, backed by frozen Russian assets. Trump has criticized U.S. support for Ukraine and suggested that Ukraine should consider giving up some territory to end the conflict. His administration's approach to the war may differ significantly from Biden's, raising concerns about future U.S. support for Ukraine.