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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin comes in Kyiv on unannounced visit

Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin arrived in Kyiv for an unannounced visit, CNN reported in the morning of Oct. 21.

21 October 2024, 11:01 AM

Ukraine outraged by unlimited US support for Israel

Ukraine is outraged by the unwavering American support for Israel, calling it a "double standard" as the United States refuses to intercept Russian missiles and drones over Ukraine, Politico reported on Oct. 16.

16 October 2024, 12:10 PM

Pentagon rules out THAAD deployment in Eastern Europe to bolster Ukrainian air defenses

The U.S. will not deploy a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) battery in Eastern Europe to help Ukraine intercept Russian missiles and drones as it is being done in Israel, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said during an Oct. 15 press briefing.

16 October 2024, 10:23 AM

Pentagon responds to Ukraine's request to help shoot down Russian missiles

Pentagon Deputy Spokesperson Sabrina Singh said Ukraine is effectively defending against Russian attacks with the air defense systems provided, in response to Ukraine's request for NATO aid similar to Israel's, Voice of America reports on Oct. 4.

4 October 2024, 10:25 AM

Boeing to supply Small Diameter Bombs to Ukraine in $6.9 billion Pentagon contract

The U.S. Department of Defense has signed a contract with Boeing to produce Small Diameter Bombs, including those intended for Ukraine, according to a Sept. 30 statement on the Pentagon's website.

1 October 2024, 10:31 AM

Air defense and glide bombs in $2.4 billion US aid package for Ukraine

The latest package of U.S. military aid for Ukraine, valued at $2.4 billion, focuses on ammunition for air defense systems and air-to-ground weapons, according to a statement from the Pentagon on Sept. 26.

27 September 2024, 12:32 AM

U.S. announces $375 million in new military aid for Ukraine

An additional $375 million in security assistance support to meet Ukraine's urgent military needs was announced by the U.S. Department of Defense on Sept. 25.

26 September 2024, 07:34 AM

Biden administration developing alternative plan for Ukraine weapons supply – Politico

The Biden administration is working on a backup plan to extend authorizations for sending $5.9 billion worth of U.S. military equipment and supplies to Ukraine by the end of September, Politico reported on Sept. 24, citing its sources.

25 September 2024, 02:24 PM

Biden asks Congress to extend use of $5.8 billion for Ukraine — The Hill

The Biden administration has requested that Congress extend the authority for “presidential drawdowns” to send weapons to Ukraine until 2025, ensuring that $5.8 billion remains available beyond the fiscal year ending on Sept. 30, The Hill reports.

14 September 2024, 07:05 PM

U.S. weighing Ukraine’s request for deeper strikes into Russian territory amid fears of escalation

Ukraine and the U.S. are reportedly in active discussions about whether to approve long-range strikes on Russian territory, The New York Times reported on Sep. 13.

13 September 2024, 12:28 PM

Pentagon ramps up efforts with U.S. agencies to block Russia's access to technologies and circumvent sanctions

The Pentagon is working closely with U.S. government agencies to ensure that Russia is completely cut off from acquiring American technology, especially by bypassing sanctions, Pentagon's spokesperson, Patrick Ryder said at a briefing on Sept. 13.

13 September 2024, 08:46 AM

Pentagon calls Russian counteroffensive in Kursk Oblast ‘marginal,’ continues monitoring

Russian counteroffensive in Kursk Oblast is “marginal,” Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said at a press briefing on Sept. 12.

13 September 2024, 08:11 AM

Pentagon clarifies path forward on $6 billion in Ukraine aid

The U.S. Department of Defense plans to use the remaining funds for aid to Ukraine by the end of Sept., according to Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh, as reported by Voice of America.

7 September 2024, 11:43 AM

ATACMS strikes deep into Russia: Pentagon cites new reason for restrictions

One reason the U.S. government does not allow the Ukrainian Armed Forces to use American weapons for long-range strikes against Russia is the limited number of ATACMS missiles, Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh said at a briefing on Sept. 5.

6 September 2024, 11:39 AM

U.S. receives target list for ATACMS strikes in Russia – DM Umerov

Ukraine has provided the administration of U.S. President Joe Biden with a list of targets in Russia that the Ukrainian Armed Forces wish to strike using ATACMS missiles, according to Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, CNN reports.

31 August 2024, 04:09 PM

Pentagon comments on F-16 crash and friendly fire claims

The United States declines to comment on the crash of a Ukrainian F-16 jet, including claims that it may have been downed by a Ukrainian Patriot missile, Deputy Pentagon Spokesperson Sabrina Singh said during a press briefing on Aug. 29.

30 August 2024, 11:15 AM

US may reconsider stance on Ukrainian strikes inside Russia

Washington is not prepared to risk U.S. national security to support Ukraine, as the U.S. may seek to restore relations with Moscow in the future, Politico reports.

24 August 2024, 11:25 AM

Sons of sanctioned Russian oligarchs employed by US defense-focused fund

The sons of two prominent Russian businessmen, Vadim Moshkovich and Petr Aven, are working at the American venture fund 8VC, which invests in companies that fulfill contracts for the U.S. Department of Defense and NATO, Forbes reported on Aug. 20.

21 August 2024, 02:50 PM

US, Ukraine still discussing ultimate goals of Kursk operation — Pentagon

U.S. and Ukrainian officials are still discussing the long-term goals of the ongoing operation in Russia’s Kursk Oblast, Pentagon spokesman Patrick Ryder said at a press briefing on Aug. 20.

21 August 2024, 02:11 AM

Russia loses 1k+ soldiers, 65 artillery systems, and one air defense system in Ukraine in 24 hours

Russia suffered significant losses in its ongoing war against Ukraine, with 1,080 Russian soldiers reported killed in the last 24 hours, Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff reported on Aug. 12.

12 August 2024, 11:48 AM

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