He will meet with Dmytro Kuleba, his Ukrainian counterpart, and President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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During his two-day visit, Blinken is expected
to announce more American assistance of
$175 million-$200 million as Ukraine continues
its counteroffensive against Russia.
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A larger assistance package of over $1 billion is expected to be announced later this week,
a senior state department official said.
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A larger assistance package of over $1 billion is expected to be announced later this week,
a senior state department official said.
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Blinken will also reportedly assess Ukraine's counteroffensive, which some U.S. officials have criticized as being too slow and improperly planned.
Blinken will also reportedly assess Ukraine's counteroffensive, which some U.S. officials have criticized as being too slow and improperly planned.
What’s most important is that we get a real assessment from the Ukrainians themselves.
We want to see, hear how they intend to push forward in the coming weeks, U.S. official, via 'The Guardian'.
Prior to Blinken's arrival, Russia implemented more air attacks on Kyiv, which were shot down by Ukraine's defenses.
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Russia has also been targeting grain facilities in southern Ukraine.
According to the Odesa regional governor, one three-hour drone attack resulted in a fatality and "damaged agricultural and port facilities," 'The Guardian' reports.
After Blinken’s F-16 Announcement, Norway pledges to donate six F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, with deliveries starting this year, fulfilling a promise made during Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre's visit to Kyiv in August 2023. Multiple NATO countries, including the US, Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands, have committed to providing F-16s, aiming for over 60 jets by year-end.
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The United States has announced the transfer of the first batch of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine from Denmark and the Netherlands. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated these jets would be operational in Ukrainian skies this summer to help defend against Russian aggression. This development was revealed during the NATO summit in Washington, DC, where world leaders have gathered to pledge continued support for Ukraine.
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The US State Department has released its 2023 religious freedom report, covering over 200 countries. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed concern over the increase in hate speech, anti-conversion laws, and the demolition of homes and places of worship for minority groups in India. The report also mentions efforts to protect religious freedom globally. During the Lok Sabha poll campaigns, accusations of hate speech surfaced against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which were denied by the BJP. The report cites increased attacks on minority groups and challenges in protecting their rights. India has rejected the report, calling it biased and based on misinformation, yet emphasizes the importance of its partnership with the US and continued dialogue on these issues. Subscribe to stay updated on further updates.
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Senator JD Vance, nominated as Donald Trump's vice-presidential running mate, opposes continued US funding for Ukraine, advocating for peace negotiations instead. Vance's criticisms of the Biden administration's handling of the Ukraine war and his belief that the conflict benefits American business have fueled tensions with Ukrainian President Zelensky. With Trump promising to end the war swiftly, their potential election victory could significantly alter US-Ukraine relations.
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The choice of JD Vance - an arch critic of US aid to Ukraine and of American taxpayers bankrolling European security - as Donald Trump's running mate signals a.. Sky News
Ukraine’s top commander, Aleksandr Syrsky, is reportedly ready to lay down arms and capitulate to Russia, according to a claim made by a lawmaker from President Vladimir Zelensky’s party. The claim was made by MP Mariana Bezuglaya from the ‘Servant of the People’ party, who is also the deputy chair of the National Security, Defense, and Intelligence Committee.
Syrsky, who became Ukraine’s highest-ranking general in early February, succeeded Valery Zaluzhny, the former general who oversaw last year’s unsuccessful attempts to repel Russian forces. Bezuglaya accused Syrsky and Zaluzhny of secretly colluding to prevent a Ukrainian victory, stating that the two generals belong to a “generals’ mafia” that is more interested in protecting their own privileges than in defeating Russia.
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The past week in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has seen active combat continuing at multiple locations along the front line, with Moscow reporting new gains in Donbass and the liberation of more villages from Kiev’s forces.
On Sunday, the Russian Defense Ministry announced the liberation of Chigari, a small settlement located shortly to the northwest of the town of Gorlovka, Russia’s Donetsk People’s Republic. The settlement, which has been reduced into rubble over the years of fighting in formerly-Ukrainian Donbass, has been used by Kiev’s forces as one of the staging points to launch indiscriminate artillery and missile strikes on Gorlovka
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The kidney doctor raced to the basement of a children's hospital in Kyiv to check up on some of her young patients who had been moved there for safety during an.. Sky News
The kidney doctor raced to the basement of a children's hospital in Kyiv to check up on some of her young patients who had been moved there for safety during an.. Sky News
Russian forces launched an Iskander-M missile strike on a Ukrainian military column near Stetsovka, Sumy Region. The Russian Defense Ministry claims the attack destroyed an ammunition dump, 20 vehicles, and killed up to 65 troops. Drone footage shows multiple explosions and a large fire, suggesting a cluster munition strike and secondary detonations. This attack is part of recent Russian missile operations targeting various Ukrainian military assets, including HIMARS launchers, air defense systems, and aircraft across multiple regions.
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Yesterday, the Pentagon announced a new security assistance package worth up to $175 million for Ukraine, including depleted uranium ammunition for M1 Abrams tanks the US plans to deliver to Ukraine..