According to the report, Ukraine proposed a comprehensive defense deal of $ 100 billion for American weapons. The deal funded by Europe for a long-term US security guarantee, according to reports.
A Financial Times report, citing a document, said that Kiev signed a separate $ 50 billion deal with American companies for joint drone manufacturing.
Ukraine plan to buy $100 billion US weapons
According to the report, Ukraine would promise to purchase 100 billion American weapons funded by Europe. “In turn, Kiev demanded the US security guarantee as part of the post-pie deal.
According to 4 people familiar with the case, the proposals broadcast among the European partners before prescribed talks of President Voldimir Zelanski at the White House with President Donald Trump.
Zelanski and several European colleagues participated during the high-profile White House Summit, a few days after the Alaska talks, Trump assured the Ukrainian President that Washington would play a role in guaranteeing Ukraine’s safety under any final peace agreement with Russia. However, the details of the commitment are not clear.
$50 Billion drone partnership with America
On the other hand, Ukraine government have also not provided a detailed list of weapons under negotiations, but they have repeatedly stressed the requirement of at least 10 American-made Patriot air defense systems to protect cities and important infrastructure, along with additional missile systems and other equipment.
The proposed $ 50 billion drone partnership with American firms also lacks clarity, there is no special detail on how the money will be divided between buyers and investment. However, Kiev sees the plan as an important step in promoting its local defense sector in collaboration with Washington.
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