India, Sept. 18 -- The European Commission has disbursed €3.3 billion to Ukraine for defense procurement under the €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan. The payment covers drones and missiles aimed at helping Ukraine defend its territory and skies against Russia's ongoing attacks.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said, "Today, we will disburse €3.3 billion to help procure drones and missiles under the Ukraine Support Loan. Europe will continue to deliver the support Ukraine needs to defend its people and its territory."
This is the fourth payment made to Ukraine under the Ukraine Support Loan's defense window. With this disbursement, the Commission will have paid nearly €15 billion to Ukraine this yea...