Sweden allocates $19M in additional aid to Ukraine
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.
