The United States will increase the production of HIMARS missile systems and GMLRS high-precision projectiles with a range of about 70-80 km. The Pentagon is working with arms manufacturers to speed up the production of critical weapons, said Pentagon Deputy Chief of Acquisition William LaPlante at a plant in Arkansas that produces HIMARS, Liga reports.. Novini.

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" In addition, we plan to allocate about $200 million to expand and accelerate production, and also expect contracts to be awarded this fall and early next year,” he said..

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Laplante also assured that the United States will continue to closely consult with Ukraine on the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in weapons..

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On August 24, US President Joe Biden signed a record $3 billion aid package to Ukraine.. Weapons will be purchased directly from manufacturers. The first deliveries will begin in the coming months and will continue over the coming years..

Earlier, the Pentagon noted that the Armed Forces use HIMARS very effectively.. However, the Armed Forces of Ukraine need them much more than they are available..

Recall, adviser to the head of the Presidential Office Mikhail Podolyak said that the course of the war can be completely changed for $200 million. That's how much 50 MLRS HIMARS cost.