
Biden administration announces additional $725M security aid for Ukraine
Washington DC (UPI) Dec 2, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Defense on Monday announced a $725 million security assistance package for Ukraine in its war against invading Russia.
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Washington DC (UPI) Dec 2, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Defense on Monday announced a $725 million security assistance package for Ukraine in its war against invading Russia.
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