Vladimir Zelensky and Joe Biden during a meeting in the United States on December 11. Photo OP
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that America had provided Ukraine with 34 military aid packages worth more than $24 billion in 2023 and thanked the United States for such support.
Source : Zelensky on the X network
Direct Speech from the President : “During this year, the United States has provided 34 military aid packages worth more than $24 billion. Patriots, Abrams, armored vehicles, ATACMS, DPICM, air defense, missiles, artillery shells, mine clearance and other critical equipment “The historic decision was made to provide Ukraine with F-16 fighter jets. We will always be grateful for all this support.”
Details : He also thanked President Joe Biden, Congress and the American people for the new $250 million military aid package announced.
According to Zelensky, Ukraine will receive additional missiles and air defense components, anti-tank weapons, ammunition, mine clearance equipment and other equipment.
He emphasized that US leadership in a coalition of more than 50 countries that provide military assistance to Ukraine is critical to countering terror and aggression not only in Ukraine, but throughout the world.
“In order to protect freedom and security not only in Ukraine and Europe, but also in the United States, we must continue to counter Russian aggression as strongly and decisively as possible,” Zelensky concluded.