The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has allocated more than $1 billion in aid to Ukraine: $825 million to support Ukraine's energy system and $237 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
This was stated by USAID Administrator Samantha Power during her visit to Kyiv, Radio Svoboda reports.
‘With winter approaching, Putin is once again attacking energy infrastructure, hoping to use the cold weather as a weapon against the Ukrainian people. That is why we have allocated $825 million for Ukraine's energy system this winter. This is almost double what we invested last year. And these resources will now allow us to support those who are making repairs, increasing capacity, and protecting critical infrastructure,’ said Power.
In addition, USAID is providing $237 million in humanitarian assistance to Ukraine, which is being provided through the U.S. Agency for International Development and the U.S. Department of State.
‘This new funding will help provide life-saving items such as food, shelter, and medical services for Ukrainians inside the country and displaced people outside the country. Importantly, it will also help households prepare for the cold weather we are already experiencing. Thermal blankets, bed linen, winter clothing,’ explained the administrator of the United States Agency for International Development.
Samantha Power also announced the launch of a 5-year rehabilitation programme for Ukrainians called Rehab for You, for which the agency has allocated $13 million.