Russia considers US party to Ukraine conflict following military aide
Russian Ambassador in the US Anatoly Antonov says that the US is to be considered a participant in the Ukraine conflict as it continues to supply Kiev with weapons.
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Russia Ambassador to the US Anatoly Antonov (Russian MFA)
Washington's status as a party to the Ukrainian conflict has been sealed as Washington continues to supply Kiev with arms, said the Russian Ambassador to the US Anatoly Antonov on Wednesday.
In a statement, Antonov said that "The administration’s decision to continue pumping the Kiev regime with heavy weapons only secures Washington’s status as a participant of the conflict," adding that "we perceive this as an immediate threat to the strategic interests of our country."
In addition, the Russian diplomat explained that "the supply of military products by the US and its allies not only entails protracted bloodshed and new casualties but also increases the danger of a direct military clash between Russia and Western countries."
Antonov concluded by clearly stating that "We call on Washington to stop its provocative actions that could lead to the most serious consequences."
Biden pledges an additional $625 mln for Ukraine
US President Joe Biden pledged Tuesday during a phone call with his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky, to provide Ukraine with a fresh $625 million security package, the White House said in a press release.
"President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., joined by Vice President Kamala Harris, spoke today with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine," the White House said.
According to the press release, Biden pledged to continue sending arms to Ukraine in light of the war, including Tuesday's provision of $625 in security assistance, which includes arms and equipment, such as HIMARS, artillery systems, ammunition, and armored vehicles.
‼️Details of the newest $625 million weapons pkg for #Ukraine: 4 HIMARS, 16 155mm howitzers, 16 105mm howitzers, ammunition and more. pic.twitter.com/H9187Jqpmw
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According to the US State Department, the Biden administration has committed more than $17.5 billion to arm Ukraine since the start of the war in February.
The White House confirmed Saturday that US President Joe Biden signed a bill approving appropriations through December 16, 2022, including an additional $12.4 billion to support Ukraine.
