Ukraine to receive nearly £1.7 billion from Britain to strengthen air defense.

The Ukrainian government will receive nearly £1.7 billion from the United Kingdom for the purchase of weapons. Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal noted that these funds will be used to acquire Rapid Ranger air defense systems and light multi-purpose Marlet missiles to strengthen air defense.

'This will significantly enhance our air defense and ability to stop the enemy,' he noted.

Ukraine will receive 100,000 drones as part of a record £350 million aid package from the United Kingdom

The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to partners for their support that contributes to the peaceful development of Ukrainian society.

Thus, the substantial financial assistance from the United Kingdom will allow Ukraine to increase its level of security and defense capabilities, which is of great importance amid the escalation of the situation in the east of the country.

The Prime Minister of Ukraine announced the receipt of nearly £1.7 billion from the United Kingdom for the purchase of weapons. These funds will be directed towards improving the country's air defense, which is crucial in the context of the escalation of the situation in eastern Ukraine. Ukraine will also receive 100,000 drones as part of a record aid package from the United Kingdom, which will promote the peaceful development of society.