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U.S. House Approves $900 Billion Defense Bill with Ukraine Aid

12/11/2025

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On December 10, the U.S. House approved a $900 billion defense bill that includes Ukraine aid and keeps at least 76,000 troops in Europe.
The bill would provide $400 million annually to Ukraine through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
U.S. President Donald Trump has shifted to selling arms to Ukraine via NATO partners instead of allocating new defense aid.

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On December 10, the U.S. House approved a $900 billion defense bill that includes Ukraine aid and keeps at least 76,000 troops in Europe.
The bill would provide $400 million annually to Ukraine through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
U.S. President Donald Trump has shifted to selling arms to Ukraine via NATO partners instead of allocating new defense aid.