Secretary of State Anthony Blinken noted that despite the retreat of Russian troops from the surroundings of Kyiv and the victory of the Ukrainian forces, the war of Russia against Ukraine “far from completion”. This is reported by “Voice of America”. Russia replicates its strength to resume attacks in the East and the south of Ukraine.
Blinken welcomed the decision of the White House on the transfer of Ukraine to Ukraine a new package of defense assistance worth $ 800 million, which was authorized by the State Department on behalf of President Joe Bayiden, and stated that Ukraine with the help of the United States and allies around the world prepares for a new phase of struggle for their Future.
“The United States, their allies and partners should take action now to increase additional military assistance, since Ukraine is preparing for the next step of the struggle for their freedom and its future,” said Blinken.
Secretary of State on behalf of President Joe Bayiden approved the transfer of Ukraine new, seventh, starting from August 2021, a package of military assistance worth $ 800 million.
The new package reflects the wishes of the Ukrainian government who has requested the supply of artillery, armored vehicles, helicopters and unmanned ships of coastal defense, and also includes military accessories, anti-tank agents, radar means, tactical unmanned aerial vehicles, body armor and military medical equipment .
According to Anthony Blinken, taking into account today’s package, the administration of Joe Bayden has already provided Ukraine in the field of security in the amount of over $ 3.2 billion, including more than $ 2.5 billion were listed after the Russian invasion.
“We stay closely with Ukraine and support the intention of the president of Zelensky to engage in diplomatic ways, which can lead to the termination of attacks and the conclusion of Russian troops,” Blinken stressed. – We strive to maximize the position of Ukraine in negotiations and … increase the pressure On Putin. “
Secretary of State noted that Russia failed, trying to realize his initial plans – the seizure of Kyiv and the enslavement of the whole country. However, “Relax also early”, warned Blinken.
The United States and the international community will turn the war on Putin into the long-term strategic failure of the Kremlin, “the head of the State Department added.