Ukraine Secures Long-Term Security Deals with Sweden and Norway
Agreements bolster military support and cooperation as Kyiv seeks further Western aid in its conflict with Russia.
- Ukraine has now signed security agreements with 15 Western nations, including recent deals with Sweden, Norway, and Iceland.
- Sweden will provide military aid worth $7 billion between 2024 and 2026, including surveillance aircraft and armored vehicles.
- Norway commits to a 10-year security deal, focusing on maritime and air defense, and potential local production of defense supplies in Ukraine.
- Iceland pledges long-term economic, humanitarian, and defense support, emphasizing aid for women in the Ukrainian military.
- The agreements reflect Western nations' commitment to Ukraine's defense and future integration into the EU and NATO.