EU releases new $7.1 billion aid boost for Ukraine
The European Union released €6.1 billion ($7.1 billion) in military aid for Ukraine on Monday to strengthen its air defenses, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced ahead of talks between Ukraine and its allies. The funding will go toward air and missile defense systems, missiles, ammunition and radars, as Russia carried out 376 missile strikes in July alone. The aid is part…
On Monday, the European Union announced the release of an additional €6.1 billion ($7.1 billion) in military aid to Ukraine, aimed at enhancing the nation's air defenses against Russian missile assaults. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled the decision ahead of discussions between Ukraine and its allies, focusing on intensifying military support.
Addressing Ukraine's Independence Day, von der Leyen declared the EU's "unwavering support." The statement highlighted the €6.1 billion allocation for air and missile defense systems, missiles, ammunition, and radars, which Ukraine urgently requires. In July, 376 missile strikes were recorded, highlighting the urgent need to bolster Ukraine's defenses, according to the EU commission.
The funds constitute part of a €90 billion ($105 billion) loan, with €60 billion ($70 billion) earmarked for military aid. So far, €16 billion has been set aside and €8.5 billion ($10 billion) has been delivered to Kyiv. Ukraine is in dire need of securing more missile interceptors, particularly Patriot air defense systems, to thwart Russian attacks on its cities.
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