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35 Years of Independence: Kiev Celebrates Independence with Billions Spent on Fight Against Putin

On the 35th anniversary of its independence, Ukraine is proud of its fight against Russia's war. There will also be additional military aid from the EU and from Britain. Moscow is outraged.

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35 Years of Independence: Kiev Celebrates Independence with Billions Spent on Fight Against Putin

Ukraine has received additional western military aid on the 35th anniversary of its independence. The EU has approved new military aid worth €6.1 billion, which will be used for air defense systems, missiles, ammunition, and radar systems. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has vowed to continue fighting against Russia, saying "the Ukraine will make it" and that Russia must be brought to its knees through international unity.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged military aid to Ukraine and will allow the country to produce long-range cruise missiles using British technology.

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