Sybiha expresses his gratitude to EU for approving EUR 6.1 bln for defense needs
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha expressed gratitude to the EU and its member states for approving EUR 6.1 billion for Ukraine's defense needs, specifically to enable the purchase of critically needed equipment for the Patriot systems.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha expressed his appreciation to the European Union and its member states for approving EUR 6.1 billion in funding to support Ukraine's defense needs. This financial assistance will be specifically utilized to acquire crucial equipment for the Patriot systems, including PAC-3 interceptor missiles, air defense system missiles, drones, and electronic warfare technology.
The Foreign Ministry announced this on Friday via a Telegram post, attributing the statement to Sybiha. Sybiha emphasized the importance of this decision, stating that enhancing Ukraine's ability to counter Russian missiles and drones will bolster city defenses and reduce Russia's capacity to pose security threats across Europe.
The European Commission had previously approved the allocation of the EUR 6.1 billion for Ukraine's air defense and missile defense systems, ammunition, drones, and electronic warfare equipment. With these resources, Ukraine will also be capable of procuring PAC-3 missiles to bolster the Patriot defense system.
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