Zelensky Secures Military Aid from Spain, Signs Security Pacts with Belgium and Portugal Amid Russian Aggression
May 28, 2024![Zelensky Secures Military Aid from Spain, Signs Security Pacts with Belgium and Portugal Amid Russian Aggression](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/9ecfb7ec3232eeca2797847e4466be7247b8b88dd65754cfcab76f0b194fa3846b7f1a82a01591c532abee98a66d86ed616820b84614a805e0cfc50d152fcacd.jpg)
Ukrainian President Zelensky is on a diplomatic tour, signing bilateral security agreements with Belgium and Portugal.
Spain has pledged over one billion euros in military aid to Ukraine, including missiles and tanks, to boost its defense capabilities amid escalating Russian aggression.
Zelensky's visit to Lisbon will focus on strengthening support in various areas of cooperation, including humanitarian, financial, military, and political assistance for Ukraine's EU integration.
A Hungarian blockade on military aid to Kiev has been noted, complicating the aid flow.
The agreements with NATO partners highlight the alliance's commitment to providing security guarantees to Ukraine as it seeks membership.
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The Guardian • May 27, 2024
Spain to give Ukraine €1bn in military aid in decade-long defence deal![Zelenskiy to Sign Security Deal With Spain During Madrid Visit](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/d40e339188760e056958eae95c8d36764bdd552dff4742f27dc66b553b7d196633e64866b0dd6d35cd7a017f4adff8e84e4edd6ac69c2d4b40c910858140e6e3.png)
Yahoo News • May 27, 2024
Zelenskiy to Sign Security Deal With Spain During Madrid Visit![Zelensky to meet Prime Minister Sánchez and King Felipe in Spain](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/9ecfb7ec3232eeca2797847e4466be7247b8b88dd65754cfcab76f0b194fa3846b7f1a82a01591c532abee98a66d86ed616820b84614a805e0cfc50d152fcacd.jpg)
Yahoo News • May 27, 2024
Zelensky to meet Prime Minister Sánchez and King Felipe in Spain![Zelensky meets Prime Minister Sánchez and King Felipe in Spain](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/ff0a9ad35b5256d8ef31969fe4a2db85b9aba2dc8a2d29204836e3984f6692deeaa5bb6d74113247425055dcdcff53b3e88965fabd038f9238b4530dc9739291.jpg)
Yahoo News • May 27, 2024
Zelensky meets Prime Minister Sánchez and King Felipe in Spain