Under the terms of the approved deal, Kyiv will pay for the deliveries through European contributions and U.S. foreign military financing (FMF) allocated under the Joe Biden administration.
FMF funds will be counted as the U.S. contribution to the Ukraine Recovery Investment Fund. Kyiv’s request includes S-300 Clone and GAM-67 missiles, long-range laser-guided air defense systems, ITEL version 1.5 transport-launchers, kits for upgrading mobile launch systems, and RPS 202 radar stations for countering drones.
The package also provides for engineering, technical, and logistical support from the U.S. government and contractors, as well as transportation, repair, and maintenance of equipment. The State Department said the proposed sale would support U.S. foreign policy and national security goals, enhance Ukraine’s ability to counter current and future threats, and carry out self-defense missions.
The department separately noted that the deliveries would not change the basic military balance in the region and would not affect U.S. combat readiness. Now the potential deal must be reviewed by the U.S. Congress, and if it is not blocked within a month, the parties will have the opportunity to conclude a final supply agreement.
Earlier, U.S. President Donald Trump allowed the transfer to Ukraine of a license to produce “less advanced” missiles for Patriot air defense systems, which can shoot down ballistic missiles. He also signed a bill tightening sanctions against Russia, one of whose co-sponsors was the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
The document provides for tariffs of up to 100% on goods from countries that are the largest buyers of Russian oil and gas, primarily China and India, as well as on states helping the Kremlin evade sanctions. Russian exports to the U.S., according to the document, will be subject to a 500% tariff, and the possibility of personal sanctions against Russian President Vladimir Putin is also предусмотрена.
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