Netherlands allocates over $130M in aid for Ukraine

The Netherlands has decided to allocate EUR 122 million ($132 million) towards further security assistance to Ukraine, Report informs via Ukrainian media.

Specifically, EUR 87 million ($94 million) are earmarked for the purchase of artillery shells for Ukraine. The Netherlands will also transfer EUR 25 million ($27 million) to the International Fund for Ukraine for weapon procurement.

Finally, the Dutch government will also allocate another EUR 10 million to enhance Ukraine's cybersecurity.

On Dec. 28, 2023, the commander of the Royal Netherlands Army, Gen. Martin Wijnen, said that Europe needs to prepare for a possible war with Russia.