Sweden allocates $19M in additional aid to Ukraine

The Kingdom of Sweden has disbursed almost $19.2 million in additional assistance to support the defense of Ukraine, with the funds to be used to strengthen the country's military potential.

According to Ukrinform, Ukraine's Ministry of Defense said this in a post on the messaging app Telegram.

"Sweden has additionally allocated almost $19.2 million (200 million Swedish crowns) to support the defense of Ukraine," the report said.

The funds will be transferred to the UK-led International Support Fund for Ukraine and used to strengthen Ukraine's military potential.

"The freedom and independence of the Ukrainian people is a prerequisite for a safe and secure Europe," said Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.

"Sweden is proud to support our Ukrainian friends. This is important for Ukraine, for Europe, and for the world as a whole. Merry Christmas, dear friends! This year, we at the Embassy of Sweden wish your only one thing - for peace to reign Ukraine. Our support for Ukraine remains unwavering. We will keep supporting you for as long as it takes," the Embassy of Sweden in Ukraine said.