Canada's $60 million pledge is aimed at F-16 sustainment. [Courtesy: U.S. Air Force]
Key Takeaways:
Canada pledged an additional $60 million to support Ukraine in establishing its F-16 fighter capabilities, specifically for vital supplies and equipment such as spare parts and ammunition.
This new commitment builds on Canada's ongoing military assistance, including a previous $15 million for Ukrainian Air Force personnel training, bringing Canada's total military aid to over $2.4 billion since February 2022.
The funding was announced at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting, highlighting Canada's contribution to a global coalition that has collectively committed over $85 billion in military aid to Ukraine.
Canada increased its ongoing support of Ukraine’s ongoing fight against Russia by pledging $60 million for setting up its F-16 fighter capability, the government announced Wednesday.
“Specifically, the funds will help source vitally needed F-16 supplies and equipment such as spare parts, weapons stations, avionics, and ammunition,” the Canadian government said in a statement.
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