Initial shock in Kyiv has given way to a ferocious resolve to resist the Russian invaders. As of this morning, massive explosions are rocking the Ukrainian capital. However, the incredible bravery of Ukraine’s armed forces and civilian volunteers continues to hold back the Russian army.

The heroic resistance of Kyiv’s Freedom Fighters is arousing massive public support throughout the Free World. In the United States, citizens are demonstrating their support by holding marches and by flooding government officials with emails. Yesterday morning I sent emails to the White House and to our Senators and Congressional representative. Pessimists and cynics may say this is a waste of time. But the collective action of tens of thousands of outraged citizens is having an impact on elected officials in the US and in Europe.

Desperately needed military assistance is now on the way. President Biden announced the US is sending Ukraine over $300 million in urgently needed weapons, body armor, and ammunition. In a major announcement, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced that Berlin is shipping Ukraine 1,000 anti-tank weapons and 500 Stinger anti-aircraft missiles. Belgium and Turkey are providing additional valuable military supplies.