The Biden administration is set to announce a $500 million military aid package for Ukraine, coinciding with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's final meeting before President-elect Trump's inauguration. This funding includes crucial military supplies as Ukraine ramps up its offensive in the Kursk region, necessitating sustained support amid concerns over future U.S. assistance. Both President Zelenskyy and Austin stressed the importance of continued military backing to deter aggression from Russia and North Korea, highlighting the broader implications for European security and democratic stability.