The European Union will provide Ukraine with another 1 billion euros for the supply of drones, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced during her visit to Kiev.
Von der Leyen stated that this funding is only the first step in new European support for Ukraine's military capabilities.
According to her, the EU has also approved a program worth 10 billion euros, which aims to finance the production of drones, missiles and fighter jets.
"This is just the beginning," von der Leyen said, emphasizing that Europe aims to increase its defense production capabilities and strengthen support for Ukraine in the fight against Russia.
The new funding comes at a time when drones have become a key tool of modern warfare on the Ukrainian front, with both sides using thousands of unmanned vehicles for attacks and reconnaissance.
Recall that so far, several EU countries have signed individual agreements with Ukraine to exploit its technological prowess.
The agreement approved on Wednesday adds a broader dimension by making the partnership available to all 27 member states. /Telegraph/
