U.S. President Joe Biden apologizes to Ukraine for military assistance delay

President Joe Biden publicly apologized to Ukraine for a monthslong holdup in American military assistance, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy appealed for bipartisan U.S. support similar to World War II. Biden announced $225 million in military aid for Ukraine, including munitions and defense systems.

U.S.-Ukraine Relations and Military Assistance

President Joe Biden will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in France amidst tensions over military assistance and U.S. critiques of Ukraine's anti-corruption efforts. The meeting comes after U.S. allowed limited use of weapons in Russia, following repeated appeals. Frustration persists over delays in aid and perceived lack of support. Disagreements also center around corruption in Ukraine, with U.S. officials calling for further reform and accountability.

Diplomatic Mission to Ukraine

Secretary of State Antony Blinken reassures Ukraine of American support during meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv.