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 help establish Ukraine's F-16 fighter jet capability, specifically funding vital supplies and equipment like spare parts and ammunition.
This new commitment builds on Canada's broader military assistance to Ukraine, totaling over $2.4 billion since February 2022, and includes previous support for F-16 training.
The announcement was made at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, an international coalition coordinating military aid, which has collectively provided over $85 billion 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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