US announces sales of Hawk missile systems support for Ukraine
WORLD 10 April 2024 - 10:33
The US State Department has greenlighted an emergency $138 million in foreign military sales for Ukraine to provide critical repairs and spare parts for Kyiv’s Hawk missile systems.
The US announced the move saying that Ukraine has an urgent need for the maintenance support to keep the missile system running, Associated Press reports.
The announcement follows a similar, small-sized round of $300 million in munitions support the Pentagon announced last month after it was able to convert contract savings to be able to offset the cost of providing the aid. Both the State and Defense Departments have been looking for ways to continue to get Ukraine support while a $60 billion Ukraine aid package remains stalled in Congress.
The HAWK is a medium range surface-to-air missile system that provides air defense, which is one of Ukraine’s top security needs.
“Ukraine has an urgent need to increase its capabilities to defend against Russian missile strikes and the aerial capabilities of Russian forces,” the State Department said in a memo outlining the sale. “Maintaining and sustaining the HAWK Weapon System will enhance Ukraine’s ability to defend its people and protect critical national infrastructure.”
During a Capitol Hill hearing on April 9, Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said without the support — the US risks that Ukraine will fall to Russia.
“Ukraine matters, and the outcome of the conflict in Ukraine will have global implications for our national security as well,” Austin said.
If Kyiv falls, it could imperil Ukraine’s Baltic NATO member neighbors and potentially drag US troops into a prolonged European war.
The work on the Hawk systems will be performed by contractors from Massachusetts-based RTX Corporation, formerly known as Raytheon and Huntsville, Alabama-based PROJECTXYZ. The State Department said the parts needed to repair the systems will come from US Army stock, third-country donations, commercial off-the-shelf components and new production.
Caliber.Az
1
|
UN admits error: Gaza death toll overestimated, women and children nearly 50% fewer Israeli FM urges Guterres to resign
14 May 2024 - 09:34
|
2
|
Paris' conundrum: Pashinyan over Karabakh clan Assessing France's position on Baku-Yerevan talks
14 May 2024 - 10:40
|
3
|
All eyes on November 2024: Baku, Yerevan on verge of historic peace deal Nations poised to reconcile without mediators
15 May 2024 - 10:33
|
4
|
Ethnic minorities in Iran struggle against exploitation amid resource wealth Ethnic minority marginalization
14 May 2024 - 17:59
|
5
|
Progress toward lasting peace in the South Caucasus Strategic diplomacy in Almaty
13 May 2024 - 09:16
|
Georgia supports border delimitation process between Armenia & Azerbaijan
16 May 2024 - 20:47
Armenian archbishop calls for urgent ousting of government over ‘criminal path’
16 May 2024 - 20:38
Erdogan: Azerbaijan-Armenia peace deal represents historic opportunity
16 May 2024 - 20:29
Robert Fico's condition deemed grave, president-elect briefly visits amid health concerns
16 May 2024 - 20:19
Russia hails any peace initiatives for Ukraine - Kremlin spokesman
16 May 2024 - 20:01
EBRD, USAID forge partnership to boost Trans-Caspian transport route development
16 May 2024 - 19:41
Israel increases its military contingent in Rafah
16 May 2024 - 19:23
South Africa airs plans to open diplomatic mission in Azerbaijan
16 May 2024 - 19:10
Azerbaijan: A beacon of religious tolerance
The Washington Times article16 May 2024 - 18:58
Azerbaijani embassy in Latvia marks Independence Day & diplomatic relations
16 May 2024 - 18:54
Netherlands scuttles Russia’s participation in UNESCO International Conference
16 May 2024 - 18:46
US interior department staffer is first Jewish Biden appointee to resign over war in Gaza
16 May 2024 - 18:33
Microsoft offers relocation to hundreds of China-based AI staff amid US-China tech tensions
16 May 2024 - 18:20
Speaker of Latvian Saeima to visit Azerbaijan
16 May 2024 - 18:07
Slovak MFA expresses appreciation to Ilham Aliyev for demonstrating support
16 May 2024 - 17:55
Bucharest chosen as base for joint power company of four nations
16 May 2024 - 17:42
France's coercive colonial policies in New Caledonia
Hypocrisy, repression, struggle for self-determination16 May 2024 - 17:29
Political unrest in Armenia & Georgia amid Azerbaijan's rebuilding efforts in Karabakh
South Caucasus in flux16 May 2024 - 17:18
Assassination attempt on Slovak PM as a harbinger of tension in Europe
Proponents of peace under fire16 May 2024 - 17:06
Azerbaijan, China explore solar energy cooperation in liberated areas
16 May 2024 - 16:55
Azerbaijani, Armenian Parliament Speakers meet in Geneva
16 May 2024 - 16:54
Rheinmetall to open air defence manufacturing plant in Ukraine
16 May 2024 - 16:42
Georgian PM off to Türkiye for high-level meetings
16 May 2024 - 16:30
Understanding Xi Jinping's visit to Paris
Implications for China-EU relations/VIDEO16 May 2024 - 16:20
Russia, China issue joint demand for US to halt military-biological activities
16 May 2024 - 16:18
Paving roads to future: Aghdam's renaissance in motion
VIDEO16 May 2024 - 16:06
COP29 holds great importance in informing sectors about their climate change commitments
UN Resident Coordinator says16 May 2024 - 15:53
Azerbaijan, Belarus ink range of diverse agreements
PHOTO16 May 2024 - 15:52
ICRC personnel visit Karabakh separatists in Baku pre-trial detention centre
16 May 2024 - 15:43
Azerbaijani, Belarusian presidents affirm strong bilateral ties in expanded meeting
16 May 2024 - 15:43
Azerbaijan's COP hosting garners pride from Turkish committee chair
16 May 2024 - 15:31
Azerbaijan focuses on climate action and energy transition ahead of COP29
Climate change champion's interview with Business Green16 May 2024 - 15:13
Armenian PM replaces troops on border with Azerbaijan with border guards
16 May 2024 - 15:13
Iran summons Australian charge d’affaires over "illegal sanctions"
16 May 2024 - 14:54
Georgia accuses EU FMs of aiding government overthrow attempt
16 May 2024 - 14:37
Azerbaijani artillery units enhance shooting proficiency through tactical exercises
VIDEO16 May 2024 - 14:29
Resettlement planned for two villages in Gubadli District by year's end
16 May 2024 - 14:19
Baku Initiative Group, 14 political movements condemn French government's actions in New Caledonia
16 May 2024 - 14:07
Kazakhstan invites Vietnam to explore opportunities of Middle Corridor
16 May 2024 - 13:54
Azerbaijan denounces French minister's unfounded allegations
16 May 2024 - 13:41