EU releases €6.1 billion in military aid for Ukraine
'With 376 missile strikes recorded in July alone, reinforcing Ukraine's defenses has become increasingly urgent,' the EU Commission said in a statement.
On the eve of Ukraine's Independence Day, the European Commission announced a $7.1 billion (€6.1 billion) defense support package to bolster Ukraine's military capabilities, according to Ursula von der Leyen's announcement on August 24. The funding will be utilized for acquiring crucial air defense assets, including systems, interceptor missiles, munitions, and radar stations urgently needed by Ukraine.
European Commission President von der Leyen emphasized Europe's unwavering support for Ukraine, both today and in the future, as the region faces Russian aerial aggression. She stressed that Europe is increasing its aid to empower Ukraine to safeguard its citizens and territorial airspace.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha had previously announced additional defense aid announcements for August 24. Notable European leaders visited Kyiv on August 24, including European Council President António Costa, Luxembourg Prime Minister Luc Frieden, Moldova President Maia Sandu, Estonia President Alar Karis, and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham – marking Burnham's first official foreign visit.
Simultaneously, a Coalition of the Willing meeting convened in Kyiv at 1 p.m. local time, accommodating both physical and virtual participants. NATO was represented by Deputy Secretary General Radmila Šekerinska and European Council President António Costa, while French President Emmanuel Macron joined via videoconference.
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