The Pentagon will provide Ukraine with $275 million worth of weapons through the PDA program, including air defense equipment and missiles. In addition, the State Department has approved the sale of $100 million worth of defense equipment. The US is also preparing a $20 billion loan.
The Pentagon said it was not surprised by Russia's nuclear doctrine update, as it had been signaled earlier.
The Pentagon estimates that more than 11,000 North Koreans are heading to Kursk. There is reason to believe that they may be involved in hostilities on the side of Russia.
US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced the preparation of a new military aid package for Ukraine. The aid will include artillery, air defense, armored vehicles and other necessary equipment.
Biden authorized the use of long-range ATACMS missiles in the Kursk area, where North Korean troops are stationed. The decision was communicated to Ukraine three days ago and is intended to deter the DPRK from further assistance to Russia.
The Pentagon UFO Office received 757 reports of unidentified anomalous phenomena in 2023. About 300 cases have already been explained, but hundreds more are still under investigation.
Pete Hagseth, Trump's nominee for US Secretary of Defense, was labeled by a member of the military as a possible “insider threat” because of his tattoo.
US President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is ignoring traditional FBI background checks for candidates for administrative positions. Among the controversial appointments are Matt Goetz, Tulsi Gabbard, and Pete Hagesse.
The U. S. Department of Defense plans to provide Ukraine with $7.1 billion in military aid by the end of Biden's term. The aid packages will arrive almost every week for the next 70 days.
Democrat Tim Kaine said that additional funding for Ukraine is likely to be approved before the change of government. House Republicans may block the initiative because of Trump's position.
The US administration plans to provide Ukraine with significant amounts of military aid before the end of Biden's term. The aid will include weapons and funding for the production of new weapons.
Taiwan has transferred surplus batteries of HAWK anti-aircraft missile systems to Ukraine. HAWK systems can make up almost a third of Ukraine's air defense forces.
The Pentagon announced the availability of another $7. 1 billion for military support to Ukraine under USAI. The funds include $4.3 billion for 2024 and $2.8 billion in refunds.
Donald Trump has appointed Congressman Mike Waltz as his National Security Advisor. Waltz has 27 years of experience in the US Special Forces and has worked in the White House and the Pentagon.
The President of Ukraine announced that he was working with the United States to strengthen the air defense system before the winter. New defense packages from Canada, Britain, Lithuania, and Sweden were also announced.
The United States plans to send Ukraine more than 500 interceptor missiles for the Patriot and NASAMS air defense systems in the coming weeks. The deliveries should cover Ukraine's air defense needs until the end of the year.
The Biden administration has allowed U. S. defense contractors to work in Ukraine to maintain the supplied weapons. The contractors will stay away from the front line and will not take part in combat operations.
The Pentagon intends to use $4 billion of PDA and $2 billion of USAI to support Ukraine until the end of Biden's term. The US will continue to provide assistance packages on a weekly basis.
The Biden administration plans to urgently transfer the balance of military aid to Ukraine worth more than $6 billion. The Pentagon is trying to realize all the allocated funds before the possible arrival of Trump, who may limit support.
The Pentagon has commented on reports of North Korean military personnel watching pornography in Russia. A representative of the US Department of Defense said that they are concerned about more serious aspects of military cooperation between the DPRK and Russia.
South Korea's Defense Ministry reported more than 10,000 North Korean troops in russia, including in kursk. The Pentagon and Ukrainian intelligence confirm this information.
Richardson, the U. S. Chief Inspector General for Aid Monitoring, arrived in Kyiv. His work is aimed at ensuring transparency of US aid and supporting Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic aspirations.
The United States has sent B-52 bombers and warships to the Middle East to deter Iran. The Pentagon warns of a response to possible attacks on Americans and their interests in the region.
The US Ambassador for the Arctic has expressed concern over Russia and China's joint military activities off Alaska. The countries have stepped up cooperation in the region, including joint bomber flights and patrols.
The Pentagon estimates Ukraine's military capability for 6-12 months due to a possible lack of resources. Ukraine deploys new brigades to the Kursk region, changing the original plans for their use.
The Pentagon has announced a new package of military aid to Ukraine worth $425 million. The package includes air defense missiles, HIMARS ammunition, artillery, Stryker armored vehicles, and other equipment.
The US and South Korean defense ministers called on the DPRK to withdraw its troops from Russian territory. According to the Pentagon, some of the 10,000 North Korean troops have already been deployed in the Kursk region.
The U. S. Secretary of Defense announced the deployment of 10,000 DPRK troops to Russia. North Korean soldiers have received Russian uniforms and weapons, some of them are already near Ukraine.
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that Putin will not win in Ukraine even with the help of North Korea. The deployment of DPRK troops in Russia was discussed at a meeting of the US and South Korean defense ministers.
The President of Ukraine said that global conflicts not only divert attention from Ukraine, but also divide military aid. Zelenskyy also noted the impact of these conflicts on the country's information support.
