The Biden administration is pushing for additional sanctions against Russia following the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, prompting the need for more support for Ukraine. White House officials are urging Congress to take action on a military assistance bill for Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of U.S. alliances and partnerships. The upcoming sanctions package against Russia, planned for release on Friday, aims to target elements of the Russian defense industrial base and revenue sources fueling Russian aggression. The delay in approving aid has hindered the support for Ukrainian troops, highlighting the urgency of passing the emergency spending bill to address national security interests.
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