The US government announced the last remaining package of weapons available for Ukraine under existing authorization. The package includes air-defense and artillery munitions, and Congress must decide to renew support. The aid package, worth up to $250 million, includes a variety of munitions and ammunition. The State Department emphasized the importance of Congress acting swiftly to advance national security interests. Democrats in the Senate tried to push for a last-minute deal in December, but little progress was made. Congress reconvenes on January 8, and finding agreement on immigration is expected to be difficult. President Biden has made backing Ukraine a priority, but right-wing Republicans have led a push to halt the effort. Ukrainian presidential aide Andriy Yermak welcomed the aid and expressed gratitude.
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