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Defense finds 400 million euros for Ukraine support

Defense finds 400 million euros for Ukraine support

The Dutch Ministry of Defense is reallocating 400 million euros to ensure that a total of 3 billion euros in military aid can be delivered to Ukraine this year. This budget shift follows reports that additional funding was needed to meet the promised support levels for 2024.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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