General · 14 April 2026

Spain Belgium pledge €2 billion Ukraine aid

It boosts Ukraine’s ability to defend its skies and front lines. Spain and Belgium agreed after defence talks to provide a combined 2 billion euros in military support, focusing on air defence, drones and long-range artillery. Belgium’s package for 2026 includes F-16 jets and spare parts, while both sides also discussed joint drone development and backing a Czech-led artillery supply plan.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 April 2026 at 13:48

Reported by The Kyiv Independent · How we write briefs

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