Finland provides military assistance to Ukraine from frozen Russian assets
| The European Commission agreement provides that Finland will provide Ukraine with large -caliber ammunition. They will be purchased from the Finnish defense industry and will be paid with funds from frozen Russian assets, which will be forwarded through the European Peace Fund. The total amount is € 90 million. |
According to the Minister of Defense, Anti Hacking Scheme will simultaneously create jobs in the Finnish defense industry and assist Ukraine.
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This new package, along with our National 660 million support program, will help to develop close cooperation between the Finnish defense industry and support for Ukraine.
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« This is a great example of what our industry is capable of. It is also indicative that our investments in production facilities are working, » the minister said.
- On May 18, Denmark also announced a package for long -term military assistance to Ukraine for EUR 560 million. Within the package, Ukraine will receive additional artillery cannons, as well as ammunition that are funded within the so -called. Czech initiative.
In addition, Ukraine will receive equipment for combat aircraft, expansion of the training base, and other help.
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« Unfortunately, Ukraine’s need for military aid and support has not been diminished. I am glad and I am proud that we can again devote funds for help that will matter on the front, both in the short term and in the long run, » said Denmark Defense Minister of Denmark Lund Poulsen.
The previous, 25th package of military aid for 860.3 million euros, Denmark announced in early April.
