US State Department approves $2.68B sale of air defense equipment to Ukraine

The State Department reported this in the Friday announcement, according to Ukrinform. Ukraine requested the purchase of a range of air defense equipment and capabilities, including missiles for S-300-type systems, GAM-67 missiles, extended-range laser-guided missile systems, mobile launchers, and modification kits for them. The list also includes RPS 202 radars for counter-drone systems, trailers with telescopic masts, spare parts, software, transportation services, and engineering, technical, and logistical support. If the agreement is concluded, Ukraine will finance the purchase using European contributions and U.S. military financing funds allocated under the previous administration. At the same time, the U.S.