NATO Urges Immediate Increase in Military Aid to Ukraine

Secretary General Stoltenberg emphasizes the urgent need for ammunition amid a new Russian offensive.

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has called on member countries to urgently increase military aid to Ukraine, emphasizing the critical need for ammunition as Kyiv's forces face a fresh Russian advance.
Stoltenberg highlighted that two-thirds of NATO members are expected to meet the alliance's defense spending target this year, marking a significant increase in defense investment.
The call for increased aid comes amid concerns over the potential consequences of delays in support, with Stoltenberg warning that every day of delay has real consequences on the battlefield in Ukraine.
European Union member states have agreed to provide Ukraine with an additional €5 billion in military aid, while the U.S. announced a stopgap package of $300 million earlier this week.
Stoltenberg stressed the importance of political will among NATO allies to prioritize and scale up support for Ukraine, including long-term commitments and increased investment in the defense industry.