The Swedish government announced a $ 8.6 billion military assistance pack for 2026. and 2027. year, while Kiev seeks additional support from its allys in the fight against Russian invasion.
– This emphasizes the sustainable nature of our Support Ukraine – said Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson on the press conference.
– In the event of a break fire, and even a peace agreement, the Swedish military assistance of Ukraine will remain significant and will continue after the eventual failure or peace agreement – added.
Assistance will be 40 billion of Swedish crowns ($ 4.27 billion) a year in the next two years.
The Ministry of Defense also presented a new package of assistance that includes 18 artillery systems Archer with ammunition, unmanned long-range aircraft, ground-free defense systems and coast equipment.
According to the Kiel Institute, Sweden is the fifth largest donor of Ukraine among EU member members in relation to its GDP.
(Vijesti.ba)
