Dutch defence minister pledges 400 million euros for drone action plan with Ukraine


Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans speaks during an interview with Reuters, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, October 6, 2024. REUTERS/Alina Smutko

KYIV (Reuters) - Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans said on a surprise visit to Kyiv on Sunday that his country will invest 400 million euros ($440 million) in advanced drone development with Ukraine and deliver more F-16s in the coming months.

More than 2-1/2 years since the start of the Russian full-scale invasion, Ukraine is fighting to thwart Russia's troops as they inch forward in the east and attack critical infrastructure ahead of the winter months.

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