Germany secures € 1 billion from allies for Ukraine’s military aid

Germany announced a new €1.4 billion aid package for Ukraine, with €1 billion secured from partner countries and nearly €400 million to come from Germany’s defense budget, enhancing air defense capabilities ahead of winter.

Sep 22, 2024 - 03:00

Germany secures € 1 billion from allies for Ukraine’s military aid

An energy grid, illustrative photo.

Germany has secured €1 billion from partner countries for a new military aid package to Ukraine. Nearly €400 million more will come from the country’s defense budget, pending approval by the Bundestag next week.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has emphasized the importance of helping Ukraine “first and foremost, to repel numerous Russian air attacks.” Russia will most likely launch new strikes on Ukraine ahead of the winter season.

Recently, Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha informed the International Atomic Energy Agency about Russia’s intentions to strike critical nuclear energy infrastructure in Ukraine. The minister warned that these strikes pose a high risk of a nuclear incident with global consequences.

In connection with this, Germany’s Ministry of Defense announced that the country has secured €1 billion from partner nations for Ukraine.

“Another €1.4 billion for Ukraine: Germany has secured €1 billion from partner countries. Nearly €400 million will come from the defense budget if the parliament approves this next week,” the statement read.

Earlier, Der Spiegel reported that the German government was preparing another military aid package for Ukraine. The assistance will include ammunition for Gepard anti-aircraft tanks, 20 Marder infantry fighting vehicles, reconnaissance and combat drones, and spare parts for previously delivered weapons systems.

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