Ukraine and UK agree on US$3.6bn in annual navy assist for Kyiv

Ukraine and the UK have reached an settlement for annual navy assist value US$3.6 billion to help Kyiv.

Supply: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy throughout a press convention on Thursday, 16 January, as reported by European Pravda

Particulars: Zelenskyy said that Ukraine and the UK have agreed on "not less than US$3.6 billion" in annual navy assist for Ukraine, with the dedication lasting so long as needed.

"Plus, we've ready a choice on one other US$3 billion from [proceeds generated by frozen] Russian belongings. We should always attain US$6.6 billion [in aid] from the UK all through the monetary yr," he mentioned.

Background:

• Notably, on 16 January, Ukraine and the UK signed a historic settlement, establishing a 100-year partnership geared toward deepening safety ties and strengthening the connection for future generations.
• Starmer additionally mentioned the UK would quickly present Ukraine with 150 artillery barrels and a brand new cellular air defence system.

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