US to provide Ukraine with USD 180 million in air defense equipment
The United States has approved the provision of USD 180 million in air defense equipment to Ukraine.
The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency reported this.
"The Government of Ukraine has requested the purchase of equipment and services to support training, maintenance, and upgrade activities for existing US-made air defense systems," the report said.
The US supply to Ukraine, worth a total of USD 180 million, will include:
- modifications and maintenance;
- spare parts,
- consumables and accessories,
- support for repair and return of equipment;
- personnel training and training equipment;
- engineering, technical, and logistics services to the US government and contractors;
- other related logistics and program support elements.
"This proposed sale will contribute to the achievement of US foreign policy and national security objectives by enhancing the security of a partner country that is a driving force for political stability and economic progress in Europe," the Agency noted.
It is noted that at this time the US government has no information about any compensation agreements proposed in connection with this transfer of equipment. Any compensation agreements will be determined during negotiations between the buyer and the contractor.
As Ukrainian News Agency earlier reported, on July 14, US President Donald Trump announced that Ukraine would receive 17 MIM-104 Patriot air defense systems.
NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe General Alexus Hrynkevich confirmed that preparations for the delivery of Patriot to Ukraine are underway. He reported on the instruction to do this as soon as possible.
Meanwhile, the US Department of Defense is negotiating with a number of countries regarding the delivery of Patriot systems to Ukraine. There is currently no specific time frame or deadline.