Sweden 'will contribute' to Trump's Ukraine weapons plan
Briefly

Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands have expressed their desire to participate in a U.S. plan to supply Ukraine with weapons amidst ongoing Russian aggression. President Trump announced tougher measures against Russia and urged European NATO allies to procure U.S. arms, including Patriot anti-missile systems. Germany has already offered to buy two Patriot systems. Both Sweden and Denmark confirmed their willingness to contribute financially or with weaponry, while the Netherlands is exploring participation. The urgency of delivering necessary arms to Ukraine remains a pressing concern.
Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands plan to join a U.S. initiative to supply Ukraine with weapons, emphasizing the urgency to combat ongoing Russian aggression.
Germany has committed to a key role in the arms acquisition plan, already offering to purchase two Patriot systems for Ukraine.
Sweden's Defence Minister highlighted Ukraine's urgent need for more air defense systems due to constant Russian bombardments.
NATO chief Mark Rutte mentioned that the scheme could allow European nations to send their existing weaponry to Ukraine, which would be replaced by new U.S. arms.
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