US Approves $2.68B Air Defense Upgrade Sale to Ukraine

The US State Department approved a $2.68 billion air defense package for Ukraine, including S-300 clone missiles, GAM-67 missiles, and counter-drone radars. This is a significant expansion of US military aid, signaling sustained Western support for Ukraine's air defense amid ongoing conflict. The sale's timing and composition suggest a focus on countering Russian drone and missile threats.