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September 3, 2024 - Ukraine to Receive Viking Amphibious Vehicles From the Netherlands - The Netherlands has sent 28 Bandvagn S10 “Viking” tracked amphibious armored vehicles to the Ukrainian Armed Forces to support their defense against Russia’s continuing invasion. Revealed by Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans, the package includes technical maintenance, associated equipment, and training services. Ukraine’s upcoming fleet was used by the Netherlands Marine Corps for personnel and medical transport across austere environments. Read more
September 5, 2024 - Defence white paper highlights increased investment - At the beginning of September, the Ministry of Defence presented a new defence white paper. This paper highlights that, after a long period of peace, investment in military matters is required for the Netherlands to contribute to deterring adversaries and preventing armed conflict.
This means the Netherlands will once again purchase its own tanks, but it doesn't end there. The Netherlands will also invest in more F-35s, more frigates, more money (€260 million) for training and retention of troops, and more innovative equipment. Read more
September 6, 2024 - Ukraine to get 77 Leopard 1A5s from Germany, Denmark, Netherlands - Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands have announced additional military aid to Ukraine, delivering 77 German-made Leopard 1A5 tanks. This update comes from Anton Gerashchenko, former advisor to Ukraine’s Internal Affairs Minister [2021-2023], on his X account. The decision was finalized during a meeting of Ukraine’s allies at the Ramstein military base in Germany, held on September 6. Read more
September 9, 2024 - Amsterdam will ask Washington to buy more F-35A stealth jets - The Royal Netherlands Air Force is poised to expand its fleet of F-35A squadrons shortly. According to a recent Dutch defense report, this expansion includes not only more F-35s but also the acquisition of unmanned aircraft, helicopters, and anti-drone systems. Read more
September 9, 2024 - Netherlands Announces $89M to Arm Ukrainian F-16s with Air-to-Air Missiles - The Netherlands will supply 80 million euros ($89 million) worth of air-to-air missiles and maintenance equipment for Ukraine’s F-16s. This includes support materials and spare parts essential for the aircraft’s continued operation, Dutch Minister of Defense Ruben Brekelmans said Friday at a Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting in Germany. “Besides large quantities of spare parts, these include generators, small vehicles, essential maintenance materials, specialized tools, and stairs. With the air-to-air missiles, Ukraine can take down enemy aircraft,” he added. Read more