The United States will send another $ 775 million of weapons and military equipment to Ukraine for the war with Russia

The United States plans to send another $775 million to Ukraine in the form of missiles, drones, vehicles and supplies to clear mines in the country, a package that will also include 16 U.S. M-777 howitzers, known as howitzers, and ammunition.

The Pentagon specified this Friday that 50 HMMWV (Humvees) combat vehicles, 40 MaxxPro armored vehicles, 1,500 TOW anti-tank missiles, another 1,000 Javelins, secure communications systems and, among other things, night vision devices will be sent.

“We want to make sure that Ukraine has a constant supply of ammunition to meet his needs, and that’s what we do with this package, ”a security official told reporters on condition of anonymity.

In his opinion, Russia is observing a “complete lack of progress” on the battlefield and it is important to consolidate the successes of the troops Ukraine and let them move forward.

$10.6 billion in aid Ukraine

Earlier this month USA announced another military aid package, in this case $1 billion, the largest given to date, which included arms, ammunition and other military equipment.

With this new amount, USA reaches $10,600 million in military aid Ukraine since the arrival of Democrat President Joe Biden at the White House in January 2021, most of whom have been appointed since the beginning of the Russian invasion last February.

Since 2014, total aid has grown to $12.6 billion.

“We will support Ukraine in his defense of democracy for as long as necessary. USA will continue to work with its allies and partners to equip the country with assets that adapt to evolving military needs,” the Pentagon concluded.

(As reported by EFE)

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