Head of UK Foreign Ministry announces allocation of humanitarian aid package for Ukraine
Britain allocates aid package for Ukraine (photo: GettyImages)
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Kingdom, David Cameron, announced a new winter humanitarian aid package for Ukraine, totaling almost £37 million, according to the UK government.
The head of the UK's Foreign Ministry will travel to the United States today, on December 6, to confirm unwavering support for Ukraine in its struggle against Russian aggression. Prior to his visit, Cameron announced a new winter humanitarian aid package of £29 million for our country.
"An additional £7.75 million will be allocated for humanitarian activities focusing on the needs of the most vulnerable populations in Ukraine, such as women, girls, the elderly, and people with disabilities," the statement said.
It is noted that the allocated funds are part of the total humanitarian assistance package from the United Kingdom to Ukraine amounting to £127 million for the fiscal year 2023-2024.
Aid to Ukraine from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom has been one of Ukraine's key allies since the beginning of the full-scale invasion by Russian occupiers.
Ukrainian forces have received from the British Challenger 2 tanks, long-range Storm Shadow missiles, M270 multiple rocket launch systems, billions of pounds in financial aid, and much more.
Recently, The Times reported that Britain supplied Ukraine with Martlet missiles to help defend against Shahed kamikaze drones.
Cameron also recently stated that the United Kingdom intends to maintain or even increase its level of assistance to Ukraine in 2024.
