The United Kingdom will urgently allocate an additional £100 million (over €115 million) to Ukraine to support its air defense, which will help protect the country from Russia’s relentless attacks, according to the British government’s press service.
“These funds will be rapidly deployed to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense to provide better protection for frontline troops and key national infrastructure against air strikes,” the statement said.
It is noted that, together with this latest aid package, the UK has allocated £600 million over the past two months to support Ukraine’s air defense system, once again reaffirming the government’s determination to save lives and strengthen Ukraine’s resilience.
“As Putin continues his appalling attacks across Ukraine, my message is simple—the UK’s support will not waver. Putin’s unprovoked full-scale invasion has harmed households across the UK, driving up the cost of living and undermining European security. To ensure this never happens again and to protect people in our country from the real threat posed by Russia, I am determined to do everything possible to support a sovereign and free Ukraine for future generations. “This vital package of air defense capabilities will do just that, protecting millions of people in Ukraine from Russia’s barbaric attacks on cities and homes, while their armed forces bravely defend their country and our values on the front lines,” said Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
It is noted that the support package demonstrates the UK’s readiness to defend its allies and its interests and follows the Prime Minister’s announcement that British military personnel will now have the right to inspect “shadow fleet” vessels passing through British waters—which increases pressure on Putin.
The new funding complements the £500 million air defense assistance package announced in February during a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group at NATO headquarters in Brussels.
This package included £150 million for NATO’s “Priority Ukraine Requirements List” (PURL) initiative, enabling the rapid delivery of air defense interceptors, as well as over 1,000 Light Multiple Missiles (LMMs) manufactured in Belfast.
It also supported a £390 million agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation between the UK and Ukrainian industries.
British Defense Minister John Gilli announced the allocation of an additional half a billion pounds ($681.4 million) to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense.
According to an Interfax-Ukraine correspondent, Gilley made the announcement ahead of a meeting of NATO defense ministers in Brussels.
“This afternoon, I will confirm that the UK is providing Ukraine with an additional half a billion pounds for urgent air defense.
In this way, the UK is acting as a force for good in the world, building a new agreement on European security within NATO,” he said during a conversation with the media.
Gilley added that he is proud of the UK’s leadership and commitment to its allies.
“We will support you. We will defend you. We will fight alongside you in this new era of threats and brute force,” the minister said.
Gilley also confirmed that the UK will play a central role in NATO’s Arctic security mission, which aims to strengthen security in the region.
Later, the UK government website published a press release on a new aid package for Ukraine to strengthen its air defense. The new £500 million package includes £150 million for NATO’s PURL initiative and an additional 1,000 British-made missiles.
The Minister of Defense confirmed that the UK will provide £150 million for the first time to NATO’s Priority Urgent Requirements List (PURL) initiative, which ensures the rapid delivery of air defense interceptor missiles to protect Ukraine’s skies.
In addition, the UK intends to supply an additional 1,000 Belfast-made Light Multi-Mission Missiles (LMM).
This £390 million deal is based on deepening cooperation between British and Ukrainian industry on the transfer of production and support for Rapid Ranger launchers and command and control vehicles to Ukraine.
The government has announced that in the coming months, the UK will also supply an additional 1,200 air defense missiles and 200,000 artillery shells.
As reported, Defense Minister Gille is co-chairing the 33rd meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group today (February 12, 2026) at NATO headquarters in Brussels.
Germany has transferred the ninth IRIS-T air defense missile system to Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense.
“IRIS-T is a modern air defense missile system. It is manufactured by the German company Diehl Defense. The system is designed to destroy aircraft, helicopters, drones, and cruise missiles,” the ministry’s press service said in a statement.
It is noted that the high-tech IRIS-T missiles can maneuver quickly, hit targets both on head-on courses and during pursuit, and have highly sensitive infrared homing heads. They are capable of hitting modern aircraft, overcoming their defense systems, and distinguishing real targets from false ones.
Currently, two types of IRIS-T systems are in use: SLS – short range, range up to 12 km, altitude up to 8 km, and SLM – medium range, range up to 40 km, altitude up to 20 km.
The IRIS-T system can be integrated into Ukraine’s unified air defense system, where it works in conjunction with other air defense and missile defense systems.
Norway is allocating approximately NOK 7 billion (US$696.12 million) to finance air defense systems for Ukraine, according to a press release from the Norwegian government on Sunday.
“Together with Germany, we will ensure that Ukraine receives powerful air defense systems. Germany and Norway are working closely together to support Ukraine in defending the country and its civilian population against Russian air attacks,” Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said.
It is noted that Norway and Germany are financing two Patriot systems, including missiles. In addition, Norway is contributing to the purchase of air defense radars from German manufacturer Hensoldt and air defense systems from Kongsberg.
“Air defense is crucial for protecting military units and infrastructure. Together with Germany, we are now stepping up our efforts even further,” added Defense Minister Tore Rømmers.
Earlier this summer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Støre agreed to transfer two Patriot systems to Ukraine, which are currently in Germany and will be delivered to Ukraine as soon as possible.
The US has confirmed that it will replace the transferred systems, and Norway has pledged to make a financial contribution to their replacement.
The Norwegian government will allocate an additional NOK 1 billion to finance Ukraine’s air defense, the government’s press service reports.
“Ukrainians need more air defense to protect the population from Russian bombs and missiles. The brutal attacks we saw last week show why it is so important for Ukrainians to be protected from Russian air attacks. In the fall, together with Germany, Norway will deliver a complete IRIS-T anti-aircraft battery to Ukraine,” Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre commented on the decision.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide noted that support for air defense has long been one of Ukraine’s top priorities.
“Ukrainians know their needs best, and that is why we have close contact with Ukraine when we decide how to organize support for Ukraine,” he said.
It is noted that the allocated funds are part of the Norwegian Nansen program.
In the revised national budget, the government proposed to use up to NOK 4 billion from the Nansen program for air defense measures until 2024.
Most of these funds are earmarked for Germany’s Immediate Action for Air Defense initiative. The new measures are included in the funds identified through the RNB (revised national budget).
Norway has joined a coalition to support Ukraine in the field of air defense, the press service of the Norwegian government reports.
“It is quite natural for Norway to be part of such an air defense coalition. Norwegian NASAMS contributes to saving Ukrainian lives and protecting critical infrastructure every day,” said Norwegian Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram.
The press release notes that the Norwegian government has already joined three coalitions that provide military support to Ukraine. These are the Maritime Coalition, which Norway leads jointly with the United Kingdom, the F-16 Coalition, under which the Norwegian government will provide Ukraine with F-16 fighter jets and train the Ukrainian Armed Forces in their operation, and the Air Defense Coalition, led by Germany and France.
“We have stated that we will provide support where it is most needed. Air defense is on Ukraine’s list of priorities. It is absolutely necessary to protect military departments, cities and critical infrastructure necessary to support the life of society,” the head of the Norwegian Defense Ministry emphasized.
As reported, on February 14, France and Germany launched a coalition in Brussels to support Ukrainian air defense within the framework of the Contact Group on Ukraine’s Defense.
