The Trump government approved the sale of 3,350 extended range attacking ammunition for Ukraine, providing a powerful tool for Kiev, which continues to face Russian attacks.
The proposal to sell US $ 825 million was announced on Thursday (28) occurs at a time when diplomatic efforts to end the war have not resulted and after one.
Although the US government has approved a series of equipment sales to support existing weapons, this seems to be the first major sale of new weapons to Ukraine announced by.
A nearby source said that if the sale is completed as expected, missiles – which have a range of 240 to 450 kilometers – can be delivered later this year. It is unclear if there will be restrictions on its use.
“Ukraine will use Denmark, Netherlands and Norway funding, as well as a foreign military financing of the United States for this purchase,” said the state department statement.
“Era was an example of joint work with our NATO allies to develop a capable and scalable system, capable of being delivered in a fast time,” he added.
“This proposal sale will support the goals of US foreign policy and security, improving the safety of a partner country that is a force for political stability and economic progress in Europe,” he said.
