UK commits £100m to bolster Ukraine’s air defences over winter
The UK government has pledged £100 million to support Ukraine's air defense systems throughout the winter. The aid package includes Patriot missiles and other military equipment to counter Russian strikes on civilian and energy infrastructure.
Why it matters
This commitment underscores the ongoing international military support for Ukraine and the strategic importance of air defense in the current conflict.
People stand in front of a building hit during Russian missile and drone strikes in Kyiv on Tuesday. People stand in front of a building hit during Russian missile and drone strikes in Kyiv on Tuesday. Foreign policy UK commits £100m to bolster Ukraine’s air defences over winter Package of military equipment includes Patriot missiles, supplies of which have dwindled amid Russian attacks
Prefer the Guardian on Google The UK has committed £100m to boost Ukraine’s air defences over winter with a package of military equipment including Patriot missiles.
Defence interceptors, large-calibre artillery rounds and drones will be supplied to Ukraine through the contribution to Nato’s prioritised Ukraine requirements list.
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