Record-breaking aid after Ramstein meeting: What allies promised Ukraine

"The 28th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the Ramstein format once again confirmed: our partners remain reliable and determined in their support for Ukraine," the Defense Ministry's statement reads.

Defense Minister Rustem Umerov emphasized that Ukraine has achieved significant results. According to him, in 2025, security assistance will surpass the figures of all previous years of the full-scale war.

"Following the meeting, our partners announced new aid packages and important steps in support," he added.

The United Kingdom announced a record-breaking aid for the supply of drones - £350 million. According to the minister, this will enable the delivery of 100,000 drones to Ukraine in 2025.

Overall, in 2025, the UK's military support for Ukraine will amount to £4.5 billion, of which £247 million will be allocated to training the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Germany approved a new military aid package worth €5 billion.

"The Bundestag has already approved this decision," said Umerov.

The package includes:

• funding for long-range weapons, which will be produced in Ukraine,

• the transfer of air defense systems, weapons, and ammunition.

The Netherlands is providing an aid package worth €400 million, including:

• a minehunter, patrol boats, and naval drones.

Belgium announced a long-term initiative:

• annual assistance to Ukraine worth €1 billion until 2029,

• the transfer of a minehunter.

Norway is allocating:

• $700 million for drones, with a focus on supporting Ukraine's defense industry,

• $50 million to the NSATU Trust Fund

Canada:

$45 million for drones, electronic warfare equipment, IT solutions, as well as Coyote and Bison armored vehicles.

Sweden:

€440 million for international programs aimed at procuring artillery ammunition, drones, and other weapons for Ukraine.

"I am grateful to all countries that continue to support Ukraine. Special thanks to my very good friends, Minister Healey and Minister Pistorius, for organizing this meeting. Peace in Ukraine must be just, lasting, and protected by international unity. Together, we are working to achieve that," concluded the Ukrainian Defense Minister.

Ramstein

Today, June 4, the 28th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (Ramstein meeting) took place at NATO Headquarters.

Notably, for the first time, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth did not attend; instead, Pentagon representative Kingsley Wilson took part. According to Wilson, Hegseth has a very busy schedule.

For more details on the latest Ramstein meeting, see the material by RBC-Ukraine.

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