The Pentagon will procure Gepard air defence systems for Ukraine, totalling $118 million.
Interfax-Ukraine reports this, citing the Pentagon's website.
According to the publication, the department has signed a contract with the American company Global Military Products for the purchase and supply of air defence systems to Ukraine. According to the terms, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are set to receive the equipment by the end of May 2024.
Background. Previously, Mind reported that the US will provide additional air defence systems to Ukraine. The package will also include ammunition for drones.