Ukraine Russia war: US House passes crucial aid deal worth $61bn - BBC News

The long-stalled package could be vital for Ukraine, which is struggling to contain Russia's invasion.

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Watch the moment the US House passed critical Ukraine aid package

The House of Representatives has finally approved billions of dollars in new US military aid for Ukraine to help combat Russia's invasion.

The much-delayed measure had vocal opponents in Congress and it took a fragile bipartisan deal to get the $61bn (£49bn) package through.

Republicans said more than a third would be dedicated to replenishing weapons and ammunition.

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