Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken arrives in Kyiv on an unannounced visit to show Washington's continued support in Ukraine's war with Russia.
U.S. Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken arrived in Kyiv on an unannounced visit Wednesday, hours after Russia launched its first missile attack in a week on the Ukrainian capital.
Blinken’s trip aimed to assess Ukraine’s 3-month-old counteroffensive and signal continued U.S. support forafter 19 months of war, amid concerns among some Western allies over the pace of progress, according to U.S. officials. After arriving in Kyiv, Blinken laid a wreath at the Berkovetske cemetery to commemorate members of the Ukrainian armed forces who lost their lives defending the country. He is expected to meet with President Volodymyr Zelensky, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba to discuss the ongoing counteroffensive and reconstruction efforts.The U.S.
Those alternatives could include ships hugging coastlines to keep out of international waters where they could be targeted by Russia’s navy. Overland routes are also being examined. Blinken’s visit is expected to include the announcement of new military aid of between $175 million to $200 million. Another, larger military assistance package is expected later this week.
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