SKY News: Ukraine war: UK to send 6,000 defensive missiles to Ukraine to 'step up' military support
The measures include 6,000 missiles, consisting of anti-tank and high explosive weapons, and £25m in financial backing for the Ukrainian military.
Boris Johnson is set to announce a new military support package for Ukraine on Thursday as he meets with NATO and G7 leaders and urges them to "step up" in response to Russian aggression.
Calling on the UK's allies to ensure Ukrainian's have the means to continue to protect themselves against Russian President Vladimir Putin's forces, the prime minister will pledge 6,000 new defensive missiles and £25m in financial backing for Ukraine's military personnel.
The measures more than double the defence lethal aid provided to date and comes on top of the £400m the UK has committed in humanitarian and economic aid for the crisis so far, the government said.
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WNU Editor: The German government is also providing missiles .... German minister says further Strela missiles are on way to Ukraine (Reuters).
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