Netherlands commits €400 million for drone program and delivers 24 F-16 jets to Ukraine.

The Netherlands has committed €400 million ($440 million) to develop a drone program for Ukraine, focusing on surveillance, defensive, and attack drones. This investment, announced by Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans during his visit to Kyiv, will see about half spent in the Netherlands. Additionally, the Netherlands will deliver 24 F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. Overall, it has pledged €10 billion in military support since Russia's invasion, with €4 billion already utilized.

October 06, 2024
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