Ukraine formally asks EU to fund Patriot missiles through European loan – von der Leyen
Ukraine has formally asked the EU for the first time to finance PAC-3 missiles for Patriot systems through its €90 billion loan, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Sept. 2.
The European Union has received a payment request from Ukraine amounting to several billion euros, aimed at bolstering the nation's air defense capabilities. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen disclosed this information today at a briefing in Brussels, as reported by FREEDOM's correspondent in Europe. According to von der Leyen, the funds are earmarked for the acquisition of advanced weaponry, specifically high-tech PAC-3 anti-aircraft missile systems.
Von der Leyen informed that EU member states have already commenced their review of Ukraine's request. She expressed confidence that the request is progressing positively. Simultaneously, she highlighted Europe's ongoing efforts to develop its own missile defense system, known as the Freya project, in collaboration with Ukraine.
The estimated cost of the request surpasses €2 billion, according to UATV English sources. Previously, Bloomberg had reported that NATO and the EU are urging Spain and Greece to transfer PAC-2 interceptor missiles to Ukraine, which will subsequently be integrated into Patriot systems.
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