The EU is allocating 3.2 billion euros to Ukraine for purchasing Patriot missiles.
09-09-2026 11:36 Politics
Azatutyun. The European Union has allocated 3.2 billion euros to Ukraine for the purpose of purchasing missiles for Patriot air defense systems.
According to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, this support will allow Ukraine to more effectively defend its airspace against Russian attacks. The funds are provided under the EU's "Ukraine Support Loan" framework.
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has stated that the decision is particularly important for strengthening the country's air defense during the autumn-winter period. Kyiv emphasizes that Patriot missiles are especially necessary for protection against Russian ballistic missiles.
The "Ukraine Support Loan" is a 90 billion euro support program planned for 2026-2027, of which 60 billion is allocated for defense needs. This year, Kyiv expects to receive a total of 28.3 billion euros under this program.
The EU's decision followed the latest meeting of the "Ukraine Defense Contact Group." NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg emphasized during the meeting that military assistance to Ukraine should be provided as quickly as possible, noting that delays cost human lives.
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