War in Ukraine: US aid of $61 billion validated, what real impact for kyiv?

The US Senate has passed a $61 billion aid package for Ukraine. It will allow the rapid shipment of new ammunition.

This Tuesday, April 23, 2024, the American Senate validated a package of $61 billion to help Ukraine against the Russian army. It is the fruit of long months of negotiations. “Finally, finally, finally. Tonight, after more than six months of hard work, and many twists and turns, America is sending a message to the whole world: we will not turn our backs on you” welcomed the leader of the Democrats in the Senate , Chuck Schumer. The Republican leader in Congress ended up supporting the resumption of aid: “I would rather send munitions to Ukraine than send our boys to fight.”

Interrupted for several weeks, American military assistance should therefore resume almost immediately, within “the coming days,” the Pentagon spokesperson declared on Tuesday. “This vote strengthens America’s role as a beacon of democracy and leader of the free world,” reacted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on X (formerly Twitter). For his part, the President of the United States, Joe Biden announced that he would promulgate the text. "I will sign this bill and address the American people as soon as it hits my desk tomorrow (Wednesday), so that we can begin sending weapons and equipment to Ukraine this week," he said. he indicates.