The US Department of Defense views defense support to Ukraine as a “smart investment” that will allow the US to create jobs and expand its industrial base. The press service reports that Pentagon.
“Helping Ukraine’s security is a smart investment in national security,” the statement said.
Providing defense aid packages to Kiev helps prevent a larger conflict in the region and deters potential attacks elsewhere, according to the US military.
“At the same time, the defense industrial base is strengthened and high-skilled jobs are created for the American people,” the publication concludes.
Shortly before that, the Pentagonas press service reported that US officials directory Kiev received a new military aid package worth $125 million. will enter Ammunition, artillery shells and anti-tank systems for the HIMARS multiple launch rocket system and the NASAMS air defense system. According to the document, the USA will also send AIM-9M air defense missiles, Stinger and Javelin portable anti-aircraft and anti-tank missile systems, 155 mm and 105 mm artillery shells, and 2 TOW anti-tank missiles to Ukraine. million rounds of ammunition and a night vision device.
Previously reportedIt was stated that the USA plans to provide aid worth 425 million dollars to Ukraine.