The United States approved on Thursday a possible $825 million munitions deal with Ukraine that will include extended-range missiles and related equipment for use against the Russian invasion.
Under the deal, Ukraine would receive 3,350 extended-range attack munition (ERAM) missiles and 3,350 navigation modules, along with required component parts, support equipment, and logistical support, according to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA).
The DSCA said that Ukraine would pay for the munitions using funding from Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway, in addition to foreign military financing from the United States.
“This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a partner country that is a force for political stability and economic progress in Europe,” it stated, noting that the munitions would help improve Ukraine’s capacity to conduct self-defense and regional security missions….
US Approves $825 Million Munitions Sale to Ukraine
