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At the Nato summit in Washington, US President Joe Biden made a significant announcement regarding the provision of new air defense systems to Ukraine in response to Russia’s invasion. The US, Germany, Romania, and the Netherlands have committed to supplying Patriot batteries and long-range air defense systems to help protect Ukrainian cities and civilians. Biden emphasized the urgency of this aid, ensuring that Ukraine receives critical assistance before anyone else. This move comes in the wake of recent Russian strikes across Ukraine that resulted in casualties, including a children’s hospital being targeted. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for swift action and additional security guarantees from the US and Europe. The US has been a key ally to Ukraine since the invasion in 2022, but the future of this alliance has faced uncertainties, especially with former President Donald Trump’s statements regarding Ukraine. Biden’s speech at the summit highlighted the history of NATO and the strength of the alliance under his leadership. This commitment to supporting Ukraine marks a pivotal moment for Biden’s presidency and international relations.
