$300M U.S. Military Aid for Ukraine Amidst Ammunition Crisis and Congressional Gridlock

March 12, 2024
$300M U.S. Military Aid for Ukraine Amidst Ammunition Crisis and Congressional Gridlock
  • The Biden administration has pledged a $300 million emergency military aid package for Ukraine, which includes artillery ammunition and HIMARS rocket systems.

  • The assistance is in response to Ukraine's acute munitions shortage, with reports of troops rationing supplies on the battlefield.

  • These funds are being reallocated from Pentagon cost savings, but the department faces a $10 billion deficit in its replenishment funds.

  • The Pentagon is seeking a supplemental spending bill to address the shortfall, but partisan disagreement in Congress, particularly Republican opposition, is hindering the passage of additional aid.

  • Polish officials are urging the U.S. to expedite support to Ukraine, yet House Speaker Mike Johnson has not allowed a vote on the matter.

  • Since the start of the Biden administration, the U.S. has provided Ukraine with over $44.9 billion in security aid, but the current impasse is affecting ongoing military operations, including a forced withdrawal from Avdiivka.

  • Ukrainian President Zelensky has mentioned some temporary improvements on the front but cautions of a potential imminent Russian offensive.

Summary based on 17 sources


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