Military Aid News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Taiwan receives first long-awaited F-16C/D Block 70 Jets from US
Taipei, March 30: Taiwan on Friday received the first of its long-awaited 66 F-16C/D Block 70 jets from the US during a delivery ceremony held at Lockheed Martin's factory in the US's Greenville, South Carolina, Taipei Times reported on Sunday.
Macron unveils Ukraine support plans at Paris summit
Paris, March 28: French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a range of initiatives to support Ukraine at a summit in Paris, amid growing uncertainty over continued US assistance.
Ukraine says US resumes military aid to Kyiv
Kyiv, March 12: US military aid to Ukraine has been restored, the Interfax-Ukraine news agency reported Wednesday.
Belgium will continue to support Ukraine, says PM Bart De Wever
Brussels, March 6: Belgium's Prime Minister, Bart De Wever on Thursday assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Belgium will "continue to support Ukraine."
Zelenskyy emphasises Ukraine's reliance on European unity, expresses gratitude for Germany's significant contributions
Kyiv, March 5: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday held a telephonic conversation with Olaf Scholz, the outgoing German Chancellor and emphasized Ukraine's reliance on European unity and expressed gratitude for Germany's significant contributions to strengthening Ukraine's air shield, ultimately protecting thousands of lives.
Kyiv absolutely determined to cooperate with US, says PM Denys Smyhal
Kyiv, March 4: Following the decision of the Donald Trump administration in the United States to halt military aid to Ukraine, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Smyhal said Kyiv is "absolutely determined to continue cooperation with the US" despite the Trump administration's suspension of military aid, Al Jazeera reported.
Ukraine President Zelenskyy meets German leader Merz, 'appreciates' Berlin's support for Kyiv
Kyiv, March 4: As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy continues to scramble for support through Europe following rift with the United States, he held a 'productive' conversation with Christian Democratic Union (CDU) leader and likely German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz on Tuesday.
Ukraine can withstand Russia for six months without US support: official
Kyiv, March 4: Ukraine has enough reserves to withstand the conflict with Russia for about six months without US support, the RBC-Ukraine online media outlet reported Tuesday, citing a senior parliament official.
Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine after Oval Office clash with Zelenskyy: Reports
Washington, DC, March 4: US President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine after the Oval Office clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy last week, Fox News reported.
UK PM announces new 1.6-billion-pound deal for Ukraine to buy missiles
London, March 3: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that Britain will allow Ukraine to use 1.6 billion pounds ($2 billion) of British export finance to purchase more than 5,000 air defence missiles.
US State Secy Rubio announces USD 4 billion military aid to Israel, reversing Biden's arms hold
Washington DC, March 2: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Saturday (local time) announced a significant boost in military assistance to Israel, with approximately USD 4 billion in aid set to be expedited.
You have to be thankful, you don't have the cards, you are buried there...: Trump takes potshots at Zelenskyy in explosive Oval Office interaction
Washington, DC, March 1: US President Donald Trump on Friday used some strong words during media interaction with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, telling the visiting leader that that he "does not have the cards" and is not "acting thankful" for the support United States has provided to Ukraine in its war with Russia which began in February 2022.
Fight for lasting peace cannot be won alone, Canadian PM pledges support to Ukraine
Kyiv, February 26: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that Canada will always have Ukraine's back. He further emphasised that Ukrainians deserve to live in a strong democracy
Lebanese president urges US support for army, calls for Israeli withdrawal
Beirut, Feb 22: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called on the US to continue supporting the Lebanese army with equipment and resources to help it carry out its national security duties, particularly in southern Lebanon.
Israel receives shipment of US heavy bombs after delivery ban lifted
Jerusalem, Feb 17: Israel has received a shipment of heavy MK-84 bombs after the US recently lifted a temporary ban on their delivery, the Israeli Defence Ministry said.
Ukraine: NATO's Dragone meets Zelenskyy; discusses military aid, long-range drones
Kyiv, February 9: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Chair of the NATO Military Committee on Saturday, and the two held discussions on Ukraine's long-range weaponry, preparations for the upcoming Ramstein meeting, continued military aid from NATO allies, and investments in the production of long-range drones.
Ukraine receives largest Swedish defence package amounting USD 1.23 billion
Kyiv, January 31: President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed thanks to Sweden for extending its 18th and largest Swedish defence package to Ukraine to date. Zelenskyy said that the package would help meet Ukraine's military needs and significantly contribute to strengthening its defence capabilities.
Taiwan announces arrival of new missile defence systems from the US by year end
Taipei, January 10: Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has announced that out of the three new weapons procurement contracts signed with the US in 2024, one of them will be delivered by the end of 2025, Taipei Times reported.
Zelenskyy meets Meloni, discusses Ukraine's air defence and EU membership
Rome, January 10: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome and discussed critical issues, including Ukraine's defence needs and progress toward European Union membership.
Germany: Biden Administration allocates additional USD 500 million in military aid to Ukraine
Berlin, January 10: The Biden administration on Thursday (local time) approved an additional USD 500 million in military aid to Ukraine, along with the weapons and equipment package, drawing from the existing US military stockpiles, as reported by The Hill.
Blinken admits US sent arms to Ukraine ahead of conflict
Washington, Jan 5: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken admitted that the United States had "quietly sent a lot of weapons to Ukraine" five months ahead of the conflict.
Russia vows strong response after Ukraine's ATACMS attack in Belgorod
Moscow, Jan 4: Russia on Saturday issued a stern warning to Ukraine, saying it will respond to the Ukrainian Armed Forces' attempts to strike the Belgorod Region with American ATACMS operational-tactical missiles.