
But the US financial resources used for this country are depleting, and a congressional authorization for new funds is needed.
Republicans there are resisting, prompting concern from the White House, which warns that funding slated for Ukraine will run out at the end of the year and Russian President Vladimir Putin could win the war unless Congress gives the green light to new funding. .
A letter sent by the Director of the US National Budget Office, Shalanda Young, to the leaders of both houses of Congress indicates that if the US parliament does not act, the government will no longer have funds to buy more weapons and equipment for Ukraine or to provide equipment to Kiev from its own military reserves, starting in the New Year.
"We have run out of money and almost no time. There is no magic box from which funds can be withdrawn. "If the flow of weapons and equipment from the US is cut off, it would bring Ukraine to its knees on the battlefield," Young said.
This fact would not only jeopardize Ukraine's successes, but would increase the likelihood of a Russian victory. "If our aid is cancelled, it will cause significant problems for Ukraine."
Even if international partners increased their support, they would not be able to match US aid, she says.
Young cited as an example the US Department of Defense, which has already used 97% of the funds approved for Ukraine. The money intended for economic aid to Ukraine has already been used in full.
US President Joe Biden, a Democrat, asked Congress in October to approve a $106 billion aid package for Ukraine and Israel, but some Republicans have balked and are demanding tougher policies in exchange for their support. border on the border with Mexico./ tch