"NATO Chief Urges Continued US Support for Ukraine Amid Beijing's Watchful Eye"

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg urged U.S. lawmakers to continue supporting Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, warning that Beijing and other authoritarian powers are closely watching the situation. Stoltenberg emphasized that if Putin succeeds in Ukraine, it will embolden other authoritarian powers and make the world more vulnerable. He is meeting with U.S. defense officials and lawmakers to discuss continued funding for Ukraine, which has become a divisive issue due to concerns about corruption. Meanwhile, five Ukrainian officials were arrested for allegedly embezzling funds meant for military equipment, highlighting ongoing challenges within Ukraine.