Biden Pledges $8 Billion Military Aid to Ukraine, as President Zelenskyy Visits Washington

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U.S. President Joe Biden has announced over $8 billion in military aid to Ukraine, during President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Washington. The aid aims to bolster Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s invasion. Key elements include air defense systems, unmanned aerial systems, and long-range missiles. Biden also pledged additional training for Ukrainian F-16 pilots. Despite bipartisan support, Zelenskyy has faced growing criticism from Republican leaders, including Donald Trump, over continued U.S. aid.

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00:00It's Benzinga, and here's what's on the block.

00:02U.S. President Joe Biden has announced over $8 billion in military aid to Ukraine during

00:07President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Washington.

00:10The aid aims to bolster Ukraine's defense against Russia's invasion.

00:14Key elements include air defense systems, unmanned aerial systems, and long-range missiles.

00:20Biden also pledged additional training for Ukrainian F-16 pilots.

00:24Despite bipartisan support, Zelensky has faced growing criticism from Republican leaders,

00:29including Donald Trump, over continued U.S. aid.

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