US Congressional Delegation Arrives in Kyiv
US Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink has announced the arrival of a bipartisan delegation from the US Congress to Kyiv. The delegation includes the Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee Mike Turner and other members. Photos of the delegation’s arrival at Kyiv’s railway station have been posted online.
US Aid to Ukraine Questioned
«It is a pleasure to welcome a bipartisan delegation from Congress to Kyiv, led by the head of the House Intelligence Committee Mike Turner. The delegation also includes French Hill, Jason Crow, Abigail Spanberger, and Zak Nunn,» Brink said.
The question of US aid to Ukraine remains open as lawmakers have not yet approved the Biden administration’s request for additional funding for US foreign partners, including Ukraine. Aid to Ukraine is being delayed due to border security issues. Republicans are blocking this initiative, with President Biden accusing them of being loyal to former President Trump.
US Senate Considers $95 Billion Deal for Aid
The US Senate has voted to consider a $95 billion deal for aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, but the final decision is expected after consideration in the House of Representatives.
US Continues Arms Deliveries to Ukraine
Meanwhile, Pentagon spokesman Patrick Ryder has confirmed that the US will continue arms deliveries for Ukraine’s air defense, having specific mechanisms in place for this.
