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G7 agrees to boost Ukraine air defenses and interceptors

newsJun 17, 2026231,913

At the G7 summit in France on June 16-17, 2026, leaders pledged to expand deliveries of air defense systems, interceptor missiles, and long-range weapons to Ukraine and said they are ready to consider licensing Kyiv to produce interceptors domestically. The joint statement commits increased shipments of radars, launchers and interceptors and broadens Ukraine's access to long-range strike capabilities while stopping short of a binding production-license agreement. The announcement aims to replenish Ukrainian stockpiles after sustained Russian missile and drone campaigns and to improve protection for cities and frontline units. If G7 countries follow through with transfers and licensing decisions, Ukraine could shorten resupply timelines and reduce Western dependence on limited European missile inventories.

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