The ability of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) to defend against air strikes and advance on the battlefield would be significantly reduced without assistance from Washington, which has not yet been agreed upon, US Assistant to the President for National Security Jake Sullivan said. His words guide the way New York Times.
“Because [проблем с финансированием] “Ukraine’s ability to defend itself against Russian attacks and seize new territory will be significantly reduced,” Sullivan said.
He also stated that a possible interception of air defense equipment would play an important role in the conflict.
“Ukraine’s ability to intercept missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles attacking the infrastructure and formations of the Ukrainian Armed Forces will also be severely reduced,” a White House spokesman said.
Before this, US President Joe Biden statedHe said it would be “absolutely crazy” for the United States not to reach an agreement on new aid to Ukraine.
“Not supporting Ukraine is complete madness. This is against US interests. This is completely wrong,” Biden said.
Previously The US Army did not see any difficulties in supplying weapons to Israel and Ukraine.