Netherlands Pledges €400 Million for Ukraine Drone Development

Dutch Defense Minister's visit to Ukraine underscores deepening military cooperation, including F-16 support and drone technology advancement.

Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans announced a €400 million investment in a joint drone action plan with Ukraine during his visit to Kyiv.
The Netherlands will deliver additional F-16 jets to Ukraine in the coming months, enhancing air defense capabilities.
Brekelmans emphasized the need for continuous support as Ukraine combats Russian advances and infrastructure attacks.
The joint drone initiative aims to combine Dutch expertise with Ukrainian innovation to improve battlefield technology.
The Netherlands has committed 10 billion euros in military support to Ukraine since the start of the Russian invasion, with 4 billion euros already spent.