The Netherlands transfers three Patriot launchers to Ukraine

The Netherlands hands over three Patriot launchers to Ukraine. Photo: Ruben Brekelmans

The Minister of Defense of the Netherlands, Ruben Breckelmans, announced that they are providing Ukraine with three launchers of Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems to strengthen air defense.

«It saves lives and protects critical infrastructure. It was and remains in our common interests to stop Russian aggression,» Brekelmans said.

According to him, Ukraine is facing a difficult winter due to the continuation of devastating airstrikes by Russia.

The Netherlands hands over three Patriot launchers to Ukraine. Photo: Ruben Brekelmans

The Netherlands hands over three Patriot launchers to Ukraine. Photo: Ruben Brekelmans

The Netherlands hands over three Patriot launchers to Ukraine. Photo: Ruben Brekelmans

It was previously reported that the European Union has approved a budget for 2025 in the amount of more than 199 billion euros, of which 15.2 billion euros will go to support Ukraine within the framework of the Ukraine Facility program.