The US authorities decided to increase the country’s defense budget by $ 37 billion, the relevant amendments were made by the relevant Congressional committee. In particular, spending on military assistance to Ukraine will be increased to $ 1 billion.
The draft defense budget was submitted for consideration on June 20. It provides for a number of programs aimed at supporting Washington’s allies in the Asia-Pacific region and Europe. The Pacific Initiative, the European Deterrence Initiative, as well as the Baltic Security Initiative will be funded.