“Urgent Action Needed: Nearly $6 Billion in Ukraine Aid Set to Expire Without Congressional Approval” 2024-09-13

U.S. officials have warned that nearly $6 billion in aid funding for Ukraine will lapse if Congress does not take action by the end of the month. This funding is crucial for extending the Pentagon's authority to supply weapons from its stockpile to support Kyiv. Without congressional intervention, this vital assistance could be lost.

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What is the amount of funding for Ukraine that is set to expire?

Nearly $6 billion in funding for aid to Ukraine is set to expire.

What is the deadline for Congress to act regarding the funding?

Congress must act by the end of the month to extend the funding.

What specific authority does Congress need to extend for the funding to continue?

Congress needs to extend the Pentagon’s authority to send weapons from its stockpile to Ukraine.

What could happen if Congress does not act by the deadline?

If Congress does not act, the nearly $6 billion in funding for Ukraine will expire.