UK delivers hundreds of air defense missiles to Ukraine five months ahead of schedule

The UK Ministry of Defence has delivered hundreds of air defense missiles to Ukraine five months ahead of the planned supply schedule.

This was reported in a press release issued by the UK government, Ukrinform reports.

The missiles, manufactured in Belfast (Northern Ireland), are used to protect Ukraine’s airspace and were supplied five months earlier than expected under the UK’s gifting program.

These lightweight multirole missiles (LMMs) have been helping to defend Ukraine from aerial threats since the start of Russia’s illegal invasion in February 2022.

It is noted that the current production of these missiles in the United Kingdom directly creates 200 jobs and supports an additional 700 existing positions, driving economic growth and advancing the government’s plan for national renewal.

The UK government also reported that a British trade delegation visited Kyiv this week to strengthen military support for Ukraine.

“The UK is stepping up our ironclad commitment to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia’s illegal invasion. This year alone, we are spending £4.5 billion on military support for Ukraine, more than ever before. It was an honour to lead this trade delegation to Kyiv,” said Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, Luke Pollard.

As reported by Ukrinform, the United Kingdom will produce and jointly develop advanced military equipment with Ukraine’s defense industry under a new technology exchange agreement.

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