US approves sale of surface-to-air missiles to Ukraine

The United States on Wednesday announced the sale of advanced NASAMS surface-to-air missile systems to Ukraine for some $285 million to bolster the country's air defense against Russia

US approves sale of surface-to-air missiles to Ukraine

The United States on Wednesday announced the sale of advanced NASAMS surface-to-air missile systems to Ukraine for some $285 million to bolster the country's air defense against Russia.

"Ukraine urgently needs to strengthen its defense capabilities against missile strikes and Russian aircraft," the US Defense Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said in a statement.