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US Secretary Of State Blinken Pledges Support For Ukraine

Antony Blinken U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Israel

During his recent visit to Ukraine, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated the Biden administration's unwavering support for the country in the face of Russia's recent advances in Kharkiv. Blinken delivered a message of solidarity during a briefing at the Kyiv Polytechnic Institute, assuring Ukraine that they are not alone in this challenging time.

The show of support from the US comes on the heels of significant financial aid packages from both the US and the EU. The US Congress and the White House passed a funding package that includes over $60 billion in aid for Ukraine, while the EU approved a financial package of up to $54 billion.

Blinken's speech emphasized the importance of bolstering security and economic infrastructure in Ukraine as part of the path towards potential NATO membership. He highlighted plans to enhance NATO's involvement in supporting Ukraine's defense capabilities and ongoing reforms, with the goal of integrating Ukraine more closely into the alliance.

Looking ahead to the Washington Summit scheduled for July, Blinken expressed a commitment to taking concrete steps to strengthen Ukraine's military capabilities and further align the country with NATO standards. The focus on building a resilient and capable Ukrainian force reflects the shared goal of enhancing security and stability in the region.

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