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Ukraine war latest: US announces $425 million in security aid for Ukraine, Zelensky says package includes long-range weapons

Ukraine war latest: US announces $425 million in security aid for Ukraine, Zelensky says package includes long-range weapons

by The Kyiv Independent news desk

Key developments on Oct. 16: * US announces $425 million in security aid for Ukraine, Zelensky says package includes long-range weapons * Zelensky unveils Ukraine's victory plan, says it's doable but 'depends on our partners' * Australia to give Ukraine almost 50 US-made Abrams tanks * Ukraine reportedly reclaims territory in north of Kharkiv

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