Zelensky thanks U.S. for additional HIMARS systems

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked U.S. President Joe Biden and the people of the United States for a new $450 million security assistance package for Ukraine.

The head of state wrote this on Twitter, Ukrinform reports.

"We're grateful to U.S. President Joe Biden and the American people for the decision to provide another $450 million defense aid package to Ukraine. This support, including additional HIMARS, is now more important than ever. By joint efforts we will free Ukrainian land from the Russian aggressor!" Zelensky said.

The White House on June 23 announced an additional $450 million in security assistance to Ukraine to ensure the transfer of more weapons and equipment to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, including HIMARS systems, ammunition, and other equipment.