Sweden sends $836-million military aid package with secret systems and projects to Ukraine
Sweden has allocated a new, 20th military aid package to Ukraine, valued at approximately $836 million, the Swedish Ministry of Defense announced.
The package includes:
- 18 new Archer artillery systems and 155-mm ammunition, increasing Ukraine’s total Archer arsenal to 44 units.
- Marine materiel: coastal surveillance radar systems, tross boats equipped with grenade launchers, diving chambers and crane lorries. 32 previously donated Combat 90 boats will receive additional sensors, weapon systems, and radars.
- Ammunition, sensors, and control systems for previously supplied Swedish Tridon air defense systems.
- Programmable 40-mm anti-aircraft ammunition.
- Other equipment, including 500 motorcycles and support equipment for airbases, such as trucks and tractors.
- Financial contributions of $68 million to various coalitions.
“Sweden is now increasing its military support to Ukraine to put greater pressure on Russia. More Archers, drones, and ammunition will make a difference on the battlefield. Europe’s right to peace and freedom must be defended,” Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson wrote.