"Ukraine is a Sovereign State" US Provides Additional $350 Million Support to Ukraine

[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] U.S. Secretary of State Tony Blinken announced on the 26th (local time) that an additional $350 million (approximately 421.5 billion KRW) will be provided to Ukraine.

In a statement released that day, Secretary Blinken said, "Ukraine is a sovereign democratic country," and announced, "We have approved unprecedented additional support as Ukraine fights against Russia's brutal and illegitimate attacks with courage and pride."

He emphasized, "This support will provide additional help for Ukraine to defend against the military threats it currently faces," adding, "This is another clear signal that the United States stands with the Ukrainian people in protecting their sovereignty, courage, and proud country."

The total amount the U.S. has supported Ukraine since last year exceeds $1 billion (approximately 1.2 trillion KRW).

On the same day, Secretary Blinken posted a message on his Twitter account appealing for peace to the Russian people in both Russian and English. He stated, "To the Russian people: You deserve to live peacefully with dignity, just like the Ukrainian people," and added, "This is true for all people of all countries."

Meanwhile, Russia announced on the same day that it would continue its military operations, claiming that Ukraine refused negotiations.

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