Ukraine's defense minister met Kongsberg's CEO to discuss NASAMS components production in Ukraine, air defense integration, and anti-drone capabilities.
While Ukraine receives additional air defense support from its partners, the ongoing Russian attacks highlight the urgent need for effective protection against aerial threats.
The US Department of Defense unveiled the package, aiming to address Ukraine's urgent battlefield requirements in its ongoing defense against Russian aggression.
This follows close collaboration with US officials and Raytheon, with Prime Minister Trudeau informing President Zelenskyy about the system’s readiness earlier this year.
Ukrainian President revealed that European partners possess adequate air defense systems to provide Ukraine with "truly reliable protection” against Russian “terror,” yet these resources remain unutilized.
US officials are working to transfer billions in military aid to Ukraine before January, facing both logistical hurdles and concerns over depleting American stockpiles.
Zelenskyy announced this after a call with Trudeau, where they discussed the Montreal Peace Formula conference, Victory Plan, and North Korea’s involvement in the war.
At the same time, US National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby announced a new aid package for Ukraine that includes air defense equipment, HIMARS artillery ammunition, and mortar rounds.
The air defense system, intended to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities, remains undelivered amid Russian attacks and a recent offensive on Kharkiv Oblast.
Ukraine has used a combination of American and Soviet-era missiles to take down nine Russian fighter-bombers and one A-50 radar plane in a short span of time, while Russia struggles to replace its losses and detect Ukrainian launches.
In his daily address to the nation, the President of Ukraine thanked the West for providing air defense systems and talked about Ukraine's long-range weapons.