The UK has announced a £1.6bn deal to supply Ukraine with 5,000 air defense missiles, manufactured by the Thales factory in Belfast.
The contract will also create 200 new jobs in Northern Ireland. This move is seen as a significant boost to Ukraine’s military capabilities amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. The deal has been praised as a strategic decision, reinforcing the UK's commitment to supporting Ukraine.
Meanwhile, political tensions surrounding international support for Ukraine continue, with criticism of Donald Trump's stance on the issue.
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