The Dutch government has allocated an additional €2 billion in military aid to Ukraine for 2024. This was stated by Dutch Defense Minister Kajsa Ollongren in a statement to Reuters.


Ollongren noted that this assistance will be part of a large package that the Netherlands will provide to Ukraine next year. The initial amount of 102 million euros is intended for reconstruction and humanitarian aid and can be increased during the year depending on the need.


The minister emphasized that the total amount of aid from the Netherlands to Ukraine during the conflict will amount to about 7.5 billion euros.


"The most important thing for me is that next year we will provide an additional EUR 2 billion in military aid. This will allow us to guarantee support for Ukraine and ensure continuity, which is extremely important for Ukraine," she said.


Ollongren also noted that the assistance will be provided depending on Kyiv's needs and may include the supply of modern drones.