The United States is preparing to transfer another batch of weapons to Ukraine, including 155 mm M777 howitzers, - reported in Facebook of the US Department of Defense.
"The Marines of the US Marine Corps are preparing to send M777 towed 155 mm howitzers along with other supplies and ammunition as part of US assistance in ensuring Ukraine's security," the caption to the published photos reads.
The M777 155 mm howitzer meets NATO standards. It can fire high-precision projectiles with a maximum range of up to 40 km. With the use of such shells, one battery can cover with fire an area of up to 1250 km.
The governor of the state of West Virginia Jim Justice declared that the USA will send to Ukraine M113 armored personnel carriers. These vehicles can carry soldiers and equipment, providing protection from small arms.