**Ukraine Receives Over $41 Billion in International Aid in 2024**
The Ukrainian Finance Ministry received a huge sum of money from international partners this year. According to Finance Minister Serhii Marchenko, the country got $41.7 billion in aid.
This help is very important for Ukraine as it allows the government to pay pensions and salaries to people working in education and healthcare. It also helps with humanitarian efforts.
The international community has been supporting Ukraine since Russia’s invasion last year. Many countries have given money, arms, and other forms of assistance to help Ukraine defend itself.
**Ukraine Prepares for Future Attacks**
Russia used 43 drones against Ukraine one night recently. Ukrainian forces suffered many casualties in the past day, with over 2,000 people hurt or killed.
The international community is also discussing how to stop Russia’s aggression. The US and other countries have been helping Ukraine by sending arms and other forms of aid.
**Other News**
* A plane crash in Kazakhstan was caused by Russian air defense systems.
* Slovakia may need to give up some land to Russia due to the current situation on the ground.
* Georgia is being asked to hold new elections after a disputed vote last October.
* Latvia is sending drones and other military equipment to Ukraine.
* Poland is planning to build a fortified border wall with Belarus.
**Russia Escalates Attacks**
Russia has been launching many attacks against Ukraine recently. In the past week, Russia used over 280 bombs, nearly 370 drones, and more than 80 missiles.
The US president said that Russia’s apology for a deadly plane crash shows they take responsibility for the disaster.
**Ukraine’s Aid Package**
The $485 million in humanitarian aid sent by the USAID will be used to help Ukraine with social and humanitarian needs.