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Belgium to Supply Ukraine with €977 Million in Military Aid, 30 F-16 Jets by 2028, First This Year

May 28, 2024, 08:32 AM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo signed a bilateral security and long-term support agreement in Brussels on May 28, 2024. The agreement includes a commitment from Belgium to provide Ukraine with at least €977 million in military aid this year, part of a larger €1 billion package. Additionally, Belgium will supply Ukraine with 30 F-16 fighter jets by 2028, with the first deliveries expected to commence by the end of this year. Belgium has stipulated that the F-16s and other military aid can only be used on Ukrainian territory. This pact makes Belgium the 11th country to sign a security agreement with Ukraine, following nations such as Spain, the U.K., Germany, and France. Zelensky is also scheduled to meet with King Philippe during his visit.