Ukraine's defence and somewhat effective counter offensive against the Russian onslaught has been wholly dependant on tens of billions of dollars in funds and weapons being supplied by Western powers, mainly the US and the European Union.

But over the next few weeks, Ukraine may find its funds and weapons stockpile drying up.

With much of the world's attention focused on Israel and Gaza, US President Joe Biden and Nato's pledge to support Ukraine for "as long as it takes" is at serious risk. The implications could be devastating for Kyiv's democracy.

The Biden administration has sought a $61 billion aid package for Ukraine -- mainly to buy weapons from the US -- but it has faced a difficult reception on Capitol Hill. The Democratic-led Senate will vote on the bill on Wednesday but it will require Republican votes to move forward.

If the bill is not approved, then funds allocated to Ukraine will likely run out by the end of the year.

“We are out of money to support Ukraine in this fight,” Office of Management and Budget director Shalanda Young said, adding: “This isn’t a next-year problem. The time to help a democratic Ukraine fight against Russian aggression is right now. It is time for Congress to act.”

With much of the world's attention focused on Israel and Gaza, US President Joe Biden and Nato's pledge to support Ukraine for "as long as it takes" is at serious risk. The implications could be devastating for Kyiv's democracy.

Crucial vote in US on Ukraine funding faces uphill battle

The Biden administration has sought a $61 billion aid package for Ukraine -- mainly to buy weapons from the US -- but it has faced a difficult reception on Capitol Hill. The Democratic-led Senate will vote on the bill on Wednesday but it will require Republican votes to move forward.

If the bill is not approved, then funds allocated to Ukraine will likely run out by the end of the year.

“We are out of money to support Ukraine in this fight,” Office of Management and Budget director Shalanda Young said, adding: “This isn’t a next-year problem. The time to help a democratic Ukraine fight against Russian aggression is right now. It is time for Congress to act.”

(With inputs from agencies)