What Happened
Washington Backs Air Defense Upgrades Amid Ongoing Conflict
The US State Department has approved a possible $2.68 billion Foreign Military Sale to Ukraine, covering air-defense upgrades, equipment, and related services. The proposed sale, announced on September 18, is still subject to congressional review. The package includes air defense systems, missiles, and radars, as well as transportation assistance and engineering support. Ukraine will finance the purchase through a combination of European contributions and US Foreign Military Financing funds. The sale was reported by Unknown Source.