Ukraine Faces $800 Million Shortfall for U.S. Weapons

Ukraine is missing $800 million needed for U.S. weapons purchases this year, as revealed by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. For the following year, $15 billion is required for the PURL program, involving U.S. weapons acquisitions with European financial support.

Ukraine is experiencing an $800 million deficit in its 2023 weapons acquisition plans, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. The planned purchases, intended to be financed partly by European allies, comprise U.S. weaponry.

Zelenskiy emphasized that for the subsequent year, Ukraine anticipates requiring approximately $15 billion for the PURL (Purchasing, Utilizing, and Replenishing Logistics) program. This initiative is expected to facilitate the purchase of American arms, supported by European funding.

These financial constraints highlight the ongoing challenges Ukraine faces in bolstering its defense capabilities amid geopolitical tensions in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)