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UK announces nearly $800M worth of support for Ukraine

September 11, 2024
UK announces nearly $800M worth

On Wednesday, the British Foreign Secretary unveiled a new aid package for Ukraine that includes financial assistance and the provision of military hardware.

In response to Russian strikes, David Lammy declared that at least £242 million ($315 million) in money would be sent to Ukraine, along with the deployment of $484 million in financial support and the delivery of military hardware.

The foreign secretary's announcement came amid his joint visit to the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with his US counterpart Antony Blinken to show continued support.

During their first-ever joint visit, Blinken and Lammy will reiterate united UK and US support for Ukraine, said a statement by the Foreign Office.

Earlier, Prime Minister Keir Starmer committed to £3 billion ($3.9 billion) a year of military support for Ukraine for as long as needed.

"The UK’s support to Ukraine is unwavering. Our commitment of over £600 million worth of support is the latest installment in our enduring support to Ukraine," Lammy said in the statement.

He added: "This will provide vital support to Ukrainians as they continue to endure relentless Russian attacks."

The statement added that Lammy will also announce the first investment into Ukraine by British International Investment, the UK’s development finance institute under the G7 initiated Ukraine Investment Platform.

Separately, Defense Secretary John Healey has also confirmed that military support, announced in April, including air defense missiles and equipment for F16 fighter jets, have now been delivered.

Pointing out the urgent need to continue stepping up their support to Ukraine, Healey said: "So I am pleased to confirm additional aid will reach Ukraine by the end of this year."