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Denmark speeds up Ukraine aid package after Russian warship fires flares at helicopter
Yahoo • • world
Key Points:
- Denmark is accelerating a planned donation of approximately $276 million to Ukraine following a recent incident where a Russian warship fired flares near a Danish military helicopter in international waters.
- The Russian frigate fired flares without warning as the Danish helicopter attempted to photograph the ship, prompting Moscow to accuse Denmark of dangerous maneuvers near its vessel.
- The additional Danish support package will be allocated for air defense systems to aid Ukraine amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
- Danish officials emphasized their commitment to supporting Ukraine, rejecting any attempts by Russia to intimidate or pressure Denmark into reducing aid.
- Denmark remains one of Ukraine's most vocal and generous supporters on a per-capita basis since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022.
