13.04.2022
Artikel Nummer: 40391
New Zealand sends C-130 to help Ukraine
The government of New Zealand will deploy a C-130H Hercules and 50-strong team to Europe to further support Ukraine against Russia’s invasion.
Prime minister Jacinda Ardern announced the deployment on 11 April 2022, with USD 13 million in further support including a contribution via UK to procure weapons and ammunition. “Our support is to assist the Ukraine Army to repel a brutal Russian invasion because peace in the region of Europe is essential for global stability,” Jacinda Ardern said.
Among several measures, the government decided of the deployment of the aircraft with its team for two months, as well as a further NZDF 8-person team logistic specialists to support the international donor coordination centre in Germany. (cj)