The Latvian government has approved a €10 million aid package aimed at bolstering Ukraine’s military capabilities. This funding will be directed towards the procurement of weapons and equipment, as announced by Prime Minister Evika Silina.
Silina stated that the assistance will be provided through the PURL program, emphasizing that the funds will be utilized to acquire essential military supplies to enhance Ukraine’s defense. The purchases are expected to be made from the United States, which Latvia considers a strategic partner for reliable and quality support.
“Latvia’s contribution represents 0.25% of our GDP, underscoring our commitment to supporting Ukraine,” Silina added.
This year, international partners have agreed on one of the largest support packages for Ukraine, totaling $38 billion for 2026. Following a meeting of the Ramstein format countries, it was revealed that Ukraine will receive funding for drones, air defense systems, artillery, and Patriot missile systems, with some of the equipment being drawn from partner stockpiles.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov shared details about specific contributions from various countries:
- United Kingdom is allocating £500 million for air defense and a total of £3 billion in military support for 2026.
- Germany plans to direct at least €1 billion towards drone procurement and will finance projects aimed at enhancing air defense.
- Norway has committed $7 billion, part of which will be used for drones, air defense, and artillery.
- Sweden has announced a package worth €1.2 billion.
- Denmark will increase its total aid to $2 billion.
- Netherlands, Latvia, and Estonia intend to allocate at least 0.25% of their GDP to support Ukraine.
- Netherlands has also announced a €90 million contribution to the PURL program.
- Spain will provide $1.2 billion.
- Belgium is set to contribute €1 billion.
- Lithuania will provide $265 million.
- Canada will separately fund military and medical needs.
- Australia has announced a new contribution to the PURL initiative.
- Portugal has reported contributions to both PURL and the “Czech Initiative,” along with the transfer of armored vehicles and drones under the SAFE program.
- Turkey will enhance Ukraine’s air defense with its own contribution.
- Slovenia has announced a $5 million aid package.
Latvia has committed €10 million to support Ukraine's defense, part of a broader international effort that includes significant contributions from various countries. This funding aims to enhance Ukraine's military capabilities amid ongoing conflict.