Washington to send more military aid to Ukraine

The White House has announced a new package of security assistance for Ukraine that will include artillery, munitions, radars and other equipment.

“The United States is continuing our strong support for the brave people of Ukraine as they defend their country against Russia’s ongoing aggression,” President Joe Biden said.

“We are sending the weapons and equipment that Congress has authorized directly to the front lines of freedom,” he added.

Biden said existing funding for Ukraine was “nearly exhausted” and urged the US Congress to pass his proposed $33bn (£26.8bn) assistance package to “strengthen Ukraine on the battlefield and at the negotiating table.”

A US official said the latest arms package was worth $150m (£121.6m), Reuters news agency reports.