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U.S. Lawmakers Approve $900 Billion Defense Bill for Ukraine

12/9/2025

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On December 7, 2025, U.S. lawmakers introduced a $900 billion defense bill that allocates $400 million annually to the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI) for 2026 and 2027.
This legislation increases funding by $8 billion over the White House's request and includes provisions condemning Russia's abduction of Ukrainian children.
The bill mandates Pentagon reporting on intelligence sharing with Ukraine.
President Donald Trump has reduced direct military aid, opting to sell arms through NATO partners, with 21 countries contributing over $4 billion since August 2025.
Washington is pressuring Kyiv to consider a peace deal with Moscow.

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On December 7, 2025, U.S. lawmakers introduced a $900 billion defense bill that allocates $400 million annually to the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI) for 2026 and 2027.
This legislation increases funding by $8 billion over the White House's request and includes provisions condemning Russia's abduction of Ukrainian children.
The bill mandates Pentagon reporting on intelligence sharing with Ukraine.
President Donald Trump has reduced direct military aid, opting to sell arms through NATO partners, with 21 countries contributing over $4 billion since August 2025.
Washington is pressuring Kyiv to consider a peace deal with Moscow.