US announces new $2.1bn package of military aid for Ukraine

The latest funding, among the larger packages the US has provided, comes amid signs that Ukraine is beginning — or about to begin — the much-anticipated counter-offensive to try to take back territory seized by Russia.

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The Pentagon has announced it will provide an additional $2.1 billion (€2 billion) in long-term weapons aid for Ukraine.

The new assistance package will include funding for more Patriot missile battery munitions, Hawk air defence systems and missiles, and small Puma drones that can be launched by hand.