Tanks, artillery, and missiles: UK announces new package for Ukraine
Photo: UK Defence Secretary John Healey (Getty Images)
The UK has announced a new package of military aid for Ukraine. It will include tanks, artillery, and various types of missiles, according to UK Defence Secretary John Healey at the Ramstein format meeting.
According to him, the value of the new aid package for Ukraine will amount to £150 million, which is approximately $187.5 million.
"And now we have announced another 150 million pounds for various assets, tanks, artillery assets. And surface-to-air, air-to-air missiles to create a proper package to help Ukraine. Ukraine's security will mean the world's security," Healey said.
UK assistance to Ukraine
Earlier in February, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy visited Kyiv. He announced £55 million (approximately $68.7 million) in aid for Ukraine. The funds will be directed toward the humanitarian sector and support for Ukrainians and Ukrainian businesses.
In addition, at the beginning of the year, Ukraine and the UK signed a 100-year partnership agreement. The historic deal was signed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Recently, the Ukrainian Parliament ratified the 100-year partnership agreement with the United Kingdom.
