The document still needs to pass the House of Representatives.
On Wednesday, April 6, the US Senate unanimously approved a bill on the revival of the World War II program — & # 171; Lend-Lease & # 187;, reports the Chronicle.info with reference to Focus.
The document that was supported by senators, allows US President Joe Biden to send weapons and military equipment to Ukraine more efficiently and faster.
Journalists recall that the Lend-Lease program, which was created during World War II, was considered a turning point in a large-scale conflict, since it allowed Washington to quickly replenish allied supplies without time-consuming procedural obstacles.
< p>The bill for the defense of Ukraine will speed up the transfer of critical military equipment to Kiev, reducing bureaucratic red tape. According to Politico, the document also allows de facto donations, with the recipient country returning the funds over time.
«As the war unfolds in Ukraine, the speedy delivery of military aid is critical to Ukraine's ability to defend itself against Putin's unprovoked attacks. The Kremlin is carrying out horrific attacks across the country on civilian infrastructure and targeting innocent men, women and children,” said Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire, who is one of the main lobbyists for Lend-Lease. 187; for Ukraine.
Thursday morning, April 7, another vote is expected on a bill providing for the abolition of trade relations with the Russian Federation, including the imposition of an embargo on Russian oil supplies.
&# 171;It is not yet clear whether the House of Representatives will consider the law passed by the Senate on «Lend-Lease» before both houses leave Washington on April 7 for a scheduled two-week break. The House of Representatives is expected to pass a bill on trade with Russia after it passes the Senate on Thursday morning,» Politico said in a publication.