Ukraine war latest: Germany supplies Kyiv with interceptors, air defense missiles in $1.5 billion aid package
Key developments on Oct. 3-4: * Germany announces $1.46 billion in aid for Ukraine, including interceptor drones, air defense missiles * Russian Su-35, Su-34 fighter jets hit by drones at airfield in Adygea, SBU says * Russia targets Kyiv bridges for fourth consecutive day, hits Northern Bridge * U.S. peace negotiations with Russia could now involve multi-billion dollar Lukoil deal, NYT reports *…
Germany has announced a $1.46 billion aid package for Ukraine, including interceptor drones and air defense missiles, in an effort to counter Russian threats. The package, announced by President Volodymyr Zelensky and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, includes €1 billion in military aid, such as the financing of interceptor drone production and the delivery of additional IRIS-T fire units.
Additionally, the agreement creates opportunities for joint counter-drone efforts between Ukraine and Germany, with German companies Quantum Systems, Fire Point, Helsing, and Roboneers signing memorandums of understanding to develop new technologies and produce long-range strike systems for Ukraine.
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- Watch: What we know about Russian strikes on Kyiv bridges bbc.co.uk
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