Several European nations expressed their readiness on Tuesday to purchase US arms for Ukraine under a scheme announced by President Donald Trump, although specific arrangements are still being finalized.
Trump announced on Monday that the United States would supply Patriot air defense systems, missiles, and other weaponry to Ukraine to aid in its fight against Russia’s invasion. He also stated that the costs would be covered by other NATO countries. However, many details remain unclear, including the exact types and amounts of weapons, the timeline for delivery, and the payment arrangements.
US officials have indicated that European countries might be willing to transfer some of their own stockpiles of weapons to Ukraine and then purchase replacements from the US. Yet, some nations involved have admitted they are still unsure about what exactly is being asked of them.
This approach could speed up the delivery of weapons to Ukraine but would leave donor countries temporarily more vulnerable until new systems are in place.
“We are ready to participate. Of course, we cannot do it alone; we need others to partner with us but we are prepared,” Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen told reporters in Brussels ahead of an EU ministers’ meeting.
Alongside Trump at the White House, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte noted that countries including Germany, Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, the UK, the Netherlands, and Canada are interested in joining this initiative.
Many of these nations have been among the biggest donors of military aid to Ukraine, either overall or on a per capita basis, signaling a broad willingness within Europe to support Ukraine’s defense efforts amid ongoing conflict.
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