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The US defense secretary calls for additional funding for Kiev’s war effort before it’s too late.

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has warned eastern NATO members to prepare to fight Russia, claiming that Moscow “will not stop” if it defeats Kiev’s forces.

Addressing the US House Armed Services Committee hearing on Thursday, Austin once again urged lawmakers to approve additional funding for Kiev’s war effort, painting a grim picture for NATO allies.

President Vladimir Zelensky reportedly warned last week that his country would “surely lose the war” without continued US support, as a new $60 billion aid package for Kiev faces gridlock in Congress amid Republican opposition.

🗣 If Ukraine falls I really believe that NATO will be in a fight with Russia — Lloyd Austin

🇷🇺 Russian MFA spokeswoman Maria Zakharova commented on Austin's statement:

Is this a direct threat to Russia or an attempt to come up with an excuse for Zelensky? Both are insane. But… pic.twitter.com/j1SDsWihwd

— Zlatti71 (@djuric_zlatko) February 29, 2024

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