Brussels: The European Commission on Monday approved a further €6.1 billion ($7.12 billion) in financial aid for Ukraine to procure new defence systems, such as air defence, missiles, ammunition and radars.The EU said this latest aid package came on top of €16 billion of previously approved procurement plans, of which €8.35 billion had already been disbursed.Read more: EU moves Ukraine's membership bid forward, but tough road ahead"As Russia intensifies its attacks, we are stepping up to help Ukraine protect its people and defend its skies. Europe stands with Ukraine and we will deliver what it needs, when it needs it," said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in a statement.
European Union approves further €6.1 billion aid for Ukraine's defence
The European Commission has approved an additional €6.1 billion for Ukraine's defence. This new aid package will procure vital systems like air defence and missiles. It builds upon previously approved procurement plans totaling €16 billion. The European Union stands with Ukraine as Russia intensifies its attacks. This support aims to help Ukraine protect its people and skies.
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