US Approves $2.68 Billion Air Defense Equipment Sale to Ukraine
The State Department cleared the sale to help Ukraine develop and modernize its air defense capabilities, according to Ukrinform.
The U.S. Department of State has approved the sale to Ukraine of equipment intended for the development and modernization of the country's air defense capabilities, Ukrinform reported.
According to the report, the total value of the approved sale is approximately $2.68 billion.
The report did not specify the exact composition of the equipment package or the timeline for delivery.
Ukraine has repeatedly requested additional air defense support from Western allies as it faces continued missile and drone attacks on its territory.
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- US State Department approves $2.68B sale of air defense equipment to Ukraine — Ukrinform (Ukraine)
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