Ukraine to Seek $20 Billion From 50 Allies as Drone Strikes Stall Russian Advances
Updated
Updated · Reuters · Jun 12
Ukraine to Seek $20 Billion From 50 Allies as Drone Strikes Stall Russian Advances
3 articles · Updated · Reuters · Jun 12
Summary
$20 billion in new military funding will be requested by Ukraine next Thursday at the Ramstein group's meeting of more than 50 allied countries.
Kyiv says the money would help preserve a battlefield edge created by mid-range drone strikes that have disrupted Russian frontline supplies and logistics, while longer-range attacks hit the energy sector.
Robert Brovdi, commander of Ukraine's drone forces, said escalating strikes could force Russian troops back from the front by destroying supply lines, but only if funding keeps pace.
Some allies will be asked to contribute $2 billion to $6 billion each, as Kyiv tries to strengthen its hand for possible peace talks before winter even as Vladimir Putin says Russian forces are still advancing.