On January 9, 2025, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced what is likely the final military aid package to Ukraine before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20. The announcement took place at a meeting in Ramstein, Germany, which included representatives from a coalition of 15 countries leading the Ukraine Defense Contact Group.
The new aid package comprises additional missiles for Ukrainian air defenses, increased ammunition, and equipment to support Ukraine's F-16s. Austin emphasized the importance of the coalition, which has contributed a total of $122 billion to Ukraine since the Russian invasion in February 2022.
Austin highlighted that the group's efforts have ensured that support for Ukraine is coordinated, efficient, and sustainable, allowing the country to absorb aid more rapidly.