The United States provided Ukraine with a unique $300 million military aid package, including Stinger anti-aircraft missiles and ammunition for air defense systems, but it was an isolated incident and not part of a sustained program of assistance.
The U. S. House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed a bill that gives TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, six months to sell its U.S. assets or face a nationwide ban on the app, which is used by about 170 million Americans.
The United States has announced a new $300 million military aid package to Ukraine, including several army tactical missile systems, the first such aid since December 2023.
China is providing economic and security assistance to Russia amid its war in Ukraine, supporting the aggressor country's industrial base, and threatening to influence the 2024 US elections. There are also expectations of potential aggression against Taiwan by China.
Yermak discussed Ukraine's urgent military needs with Sullivan, emphasized the importance of the House of Representatives approving the aid package, and thanked Biden for his strong support of Ukraine in his annual address to Congress.
Yermak discussed with Biden's National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan the urgent need to strengthen Ukraine's air defense and received assurances that the United States would continue to work to increase funding.
Biden expressed his admiration for Navalny's courage and legacy in fighting corruption and supporting democracy in Russia. He also announced a new sanctions package against Russia in response to Alexei's death, Russia's repression and aggression, and its brutal and illegal war in Ukraine.
According to House Speaker Mike Johnson, the U. S. Congress has known about russia's development of anti-satellite weapons for several weeks.
The White House national security adviser assured that the president would ensure American security and downplayed concerns about the vague new threat the congressman had mentioned, while defending the limited details to protect sources and methods.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak had a phone conversation with National Security Advisor to the President of the United States Jake Sullivan to discuss Ukraine's urgent military needs, air defense systems and expressed gratitude for the continued support of the United States.
At the Munich Security Conference, U. S. officials will reassure allies of NATO's commitment amid political instability caused by Trump.
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan urged Congress to approve additional funding for Ukraine as soon as possible, as its troops reportedly lack ammunition and continue to defend themselves against massive Russian attacks.
According to Jake Sullivan, the United States cannot be replaced in providing military assistance to Ukraine, which is crucial as Ukrainian troops are running out of ammunition, and delays only help Russia.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said the public should not worry after a congressman called on Biden to declassify information about a classified national security threat.
Russia wants to use nuclear weapons in space against satellites, according to reports from ABC News and members of Congress.
A serious threat to national security, as warned by the US House of Representatives, is associated with Russian space operations.
The chairman of the House Intelligence Committee warned of an unspecified "serious threat to national security" but did not provide any additional details.
NATO plans to take over the coordination of arms supplies to Ukraine to protect against possible changes in US policy if Trump wins the next election.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that the Hungarian parliament may ratify Sweden's application for NATO membership after it reconvenes in late February.
NSDC Secretary Oleksiy Danilov said that rumors about Valeriy Zaluzhnyi's resignation as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are dangerous without legal documents confirming this decision.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister said that any changes in the Ukrainian government or military leadership would not affect relations with Western allies, as they respect the president's authority to appoint officials.
President Zelenskiy said Ukraine needs a change of leadership and a "reset" when asked about the possible resignation of Armed Forces Commander Valeriy Zaluzhny.
The United States announces new strikes on Houthi targets in the Middle East in response to attacks on U. S. troops.
Biden's national security adviser said that personnel decisions in the Ukrainian army are the sole responsibility of the Ukrainian authorities.
During the telephone conversation, Yermak and Sullivan discussed the current situation on the frontline in Ukraine and the need to strengthen the country's air defense system against Russian attacks.
