Trump Administration Moves to Preserve $400 Million in Ukraine Military Aid Before Deadline

The Trump administration has made legally binding commitments for most of the $400 million in congressionally approved military aid to Ukraine and plans to obligate the remainder before a September 30 deadline, according to Reuters, citing three sources familiar with the plan. The funding is part of the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, which finances equipment and support for Ukrainian forces.

• About $307 million of the $400 million had been obligated as of early this week, according to Reuters.
• The administration plans to place the remaining $93 million under contract before September 30, preventing the funding from expiring.
• Initial deliveries began this month and include offensive weapons and spare parts for armored vehicles, while Patriot missiles are not included.
• Remaining equipment is expected to be delivered before October 2029, according to Reuters' sources.
• The Pentagon did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for comment.
• Lawmakers from both parties had previously criticized delays in obligating the congressionally approved assistance.

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