The European Union approved this Wednesday (13) new measures of military support to Ukraine, in the amount of US$ 543 million (about R$ 2.5 billion). In total, the EU has allocated US$1.64 billion (R$7.6 billion) to help the country defend itself from Russian forces.
The new package finances the provision of equipment and supplies for the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes “personal protective equipment, first-aid kits and fuel, as well as military equipment designed to provide lethal force for defensive purposes,” the European Council said in a statement. note.
“As Russia prepares for an offensive in eastern Ukraine, it is crucial that we continue and enhance our military support for Ukraine to defend its territory and people, and prevent further suffering,” said Josep Borrell, EU foreign policy chief. , in a statement.
Source: CNN Brasil
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