Italy to supply next-generation SAMP/T air defense systems, Aster 30 missiles to Ukraine in secret aid package, media reports
The package will include four SAMP/T NG air defense batteries — capable of shooting down Russian ballistic missiles — along with Aster 30 interceptor missiles and seven long-range radars, the Italian outlet La Repubblica reported on Aug. 26.
Italy plans to deliver advanced air defense systems and missiles to Ukraine in a secret military aid package, according to media reports. The transfer, to be completed by the end of the year, includes four upgraded SAMP/T NG air defense batteries, Aster 30 interceptor missiles, and seven long-range radars. The nearly 3 billion euro ($3.5 billion) aid package is Rome's 13th military assistance to Kyiv and will be funded through EU loans.
The SAMP/T NG systems, first available in 2025, boast a longer range and enhanced radar coverage compared to previous models. Italy and France have already supplied earlier SAMP/T versions to Ukraine in 2023 and 2024. The package will be delivered by Italy from its stockpiles by October, addressing the dire shortage of long-range radars and interceptor missiles Ukraine faces.
The aid agreement was reached in July between French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, with backing from their defense ministers.
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