🇳🇱 Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans stated that the Netherlands is ready to make a significant contribution to the supply of American Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine. The details of this support will be clarified in the near future.
Source: Bukvy
🎯 In addition, the Netherlands plans to provide more air defense assets: F-16 ammunition, counter-drone systems, and radars.
⚠️ In a statement on the website of the Dutch Ministry of Defense, Brekelmans emphasized that russia’s air terror campaign has intensified, and its goal is to force Ukrainians to surrender. But the West must not allow this.
🤝 The minister noted that consultations are underway with the U.S. and allies regarding an initiative for additional weapons supplies, including Patriot systems. He stressed the importance of Europe’s full participation in strengthening Ukraine’s defense.
🧭 “Ukraine is defending the front line of all Europe. If russia breaks through, it will pose a threat to the entire continent and NATO,” Brekelmans stated.