New Delhi: The United States takes the matter of control over weapons supplies to Kyiv seriously, the country’s deputy envoy to the UN Richard Mills told the UN Security Council.
“We are also making sure any assistance to Ukraine’s defense is responsible and limits unintended consequences. We take very seriously our responsibility to prevent the diversion or illicit proliferation of weapons,” he said. “We are working with Ukraine to ensure accountability of assistance.”
In his words, the Ukrainian Government “has shown it takes this responsibility seriously, as well.”.
On February 24, Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a special military operation following a request for help from the leaders of the Donbas republics. He stressed that Moscow’s plans did not include occupying Ukrainian territories, as its goals are the demilitarization and denazification of the country. In response, the West began slapping ever more sweeping sanctions on Russia.
The United States stands with our Allies and partners from more than 50 countries in providing vital security assistance to support Ukraine’s defense of its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Moreover, Western countries started funneling weapons and military equipment to Kyiv, and the price tag for this military aid is currently estimated at tens of billions of dollars.
(Vinayak)