WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States announced Wednesday that it is sending small unarmed drones, armored Humvees and other assistance to Ukraine in its fight against Russian-backed separatists. Lethal weapons were not included, to the dismay of some U.S. lawmakers.
The White House said President Barack Obama is still considering whether to send weapons to Ukraine’s military, weighing the risks that such aid could further inflame conflict in which more than 6,000 people have died.
“That bloodshed is something that we’re trying to avoid and de-escalate,” said White House press secretary Josh Earnest. “So the president is very mindful of the potential …read more
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