The United States is considering the possibility of supplying Ukraine with medium-range weapons capable of striking Russian airfields, Voice of America reports..

“Yes, we will continue to look at the types of weapons that the Ukrainians are asking for in terms of giving them a little more range and distance,” US Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks said in response to a journalist’s question about whether Washington would be ready to explore the option.

At the same time, she asked not to get ahead of herself..

" However, we are moving these packages very quickly..

And I believe you will see more in the coming days,"

Also, the United States will continue to supply Ukraine with intelligence information..

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" Ukrainians also made this clear publicly.. We will continue to do this,"

She also added that the United States will continue to supply ammunition to Ukraine..

Also scheduled for today is a visit to the Pentagon by representatives of the eight largest U.S. arms manufacturers to discuss the industry's ability to meet Ukraine's arms needs if the war with Russia continues for years..