A Japanese delegation pledged $175 million for reconstruction in Ukraine.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius made an unannounced visit to Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, on November 21, 2023.
U.S. President Joe Biden approved a new military aid package for Ukraine worth up to $100 million on November 20, 2023.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius made an unannounced visit to Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, on November 21, 2023. The visit was aimed at personally assessing the current situation and the effectiveness of German support. Pistorius began his visit by laying flowers at a memorial dedicated to the Maidan Revolution, a tribute to those killed during the protests. The visit coincided with Ukraine's Day of Dignity and Freedom, a national holiday commemorating the start of the Euromaidan protests in 2013.
During his visit, Pistorius pledged continued support against Russia's invasion. This visit comes at a time when Ukraine is receiving international aid in response to the ongoing conflict with Russia. On November 20, U.S. President Joe Biden approved a new military aid package for Ukraine worth up to $100 million. The package includes Stinger anti-aircraft missiles, a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), additional ammunition, and over 3 million rounds of small arms ammunition.
In addition to the U.S. aid, a Japanese delegation also pledged $175 million for reconstruction in Ukraine. These international efforts are aimed at supporting Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict. However, concerns are rising that allied support is waning due to the Israel-Gaza war and a perceived lack of progress in Ukraine's counteroffensive.
In a related development, the sentencing of Russian artist Sasha Skochilenko to seven years in prison for spreading information about the cost of the war has drawn international attention. The artist's sentencing is seen as part of the broader context of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Austin met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other officials, promising long-term US support.
Concerns are rising that allied support is waning due to the Israel-Gaza war and a perceived lack of progress in Ukraine's counteroffensive.
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Austin’s visit comes amid increasing division over aid for Ukraine in the US Congress. Some lawmakers want to make support for Israel a priority even though US defence officials stress that Washington can support both allies simultaneously, while a small, but vocal, group of Republicans oppose sending more aid to Ukraine, saying that taxpayers’ money should be spent at home.
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