Lithuanian Prime Minister announces delivery of more than 5 thousand drones by the end of fall
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The Prime Minister of Lithuania has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine. It includes air defense systems, missiles, anti-drone equipment, and more than 5,000 Lithuanian-made drones by the end of the fall.
Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonite said that by the end of the fall Ukraine may receive more than 5,000 Lithuanian-made drones, UNN reports .
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In our meeting today, I informed President Zelenskyy that Lithuania's recent military aid package to Ukraine will arrive in early August. It will include 10 short-range air defense systems and 30 missiles, anti-missile and other equipment, weapons and ammunition. We are allocating €35 million to purchase radar and demining equipment for Ukraine. By the end of the fall, we hope that we will also be able to provide more than 5,000 Lithuanian-made drones. The Lithuanian government has pledged to spend 0.25% of GDP on defense and security assistance to Ukraine annually. My government will not only ensure this, but also exceed this plan
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Prime Minister Shmyhal discussed with his Lithuanian counterpart the creation of joint innovative production facilities for the Armed Forces in Ukraine. Lithuania is ready to provide assistance with generators and solar panels, and supports Ukraine in international coalitions.
