The number of air defense systems that Ukraine received — NATO
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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has revealed how many air defense systems the allies have delivered to Ukraine for protecting critical infrastructure from Russian shelling. According to him, it includes 19 units.
Mark Rutte said this during a press briefing with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Brussels on Wednesday, December 18.
Air defense systems for Ukraine
Rutte noted that strengthening of Ukraine's positions ahead of possible peace talks with Russia will be discussed during the meeting.
"We must do everything now to be sure that when it comes to air defense, other types of weapons, that we have provided everything possible. We accepted your request, and we have delivered, I think, 19 air defense systems to Ukraine for protecting critical infrastructure. In addition, we are thinking about Ukraine's economy after reaching peace," he emphasized.
NATO Secretary General says he is very pleased with the initiatives to purchase weapons for Ukraine. According to him, this means not only more weapons, but also more money for the economy.
As a reminder, NATO commandership in Wiesbaden, Germany, has begun coordinating Western military assistance to Ukraine.
In addition, Zelenskyy plans to hold talks with US President Joe Biden to discuss the possibility of inviting Ukraine to NATO.
