HIMARS rounds, high-precision aerial bombs and TOW anti-tank missiles - US announces $325m military aid package for Ukraine

The US Department of Defence has announced another military assistance package for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The defence forces will receive $325m worth of ammunition and equipment.

Here's What We Know

The new aid package involves the transfer of additional GMLRS rockets for M142 HIMARS systems with a launch range of about 80 km. The Armed Forces of Ukraine will also receive rockets for TOW antitank systems, mini-tank guns, AT-4 grenade launchers, 105mm and 155mm shells, and 9 million rounds of ammunition for small arms.

High-precision aerial bombs present are of particular note. The number and name are not specified, but it is possible that we are talking about Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) smart bombs.

In terms of equipment, the Ukrainian Armed Forces will receive four logistics vehicles. The military aid package also includes equipment for diagnostics and repair of equipment.

Source: Pentagon