US ‘Ghost’ drones headed to Ukraine as part of new military aid

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The United States will be sending Ukraine more than 120 Phoenix Ghost tactical unmanned aerial systems, a small, newly developed drone that will require some training.

President Joe Biden announced another $800 million in military aid Thursday, bringing the total U.S. aid to Ukraine since Russia invaded to roughly $3.4 billion. A readout from the Pentagon said the U.S. will provide 121 of the drones, in addition to 72 155 mm howitzers and 72 tactical vehicles to tow those weapons.

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