Bulgaria, US and Allies Boost Military Support for Ukraine at NATO Summit

On the second day of the pivotal NATO summit in Washington, the Alliance's member countries announced an increase in military aid to Ukraine. The summit's agenda includes discussions on the organization's future and the defense capabilities of its allies, particularly in light of the upcoming US elections in November, which could see the return of Donald Trump to the White House.

Bulgaria's Acting Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev attended the meeting, emphasizing Bulgaria's commitment as a reliable and predictable partner in the North Atlantic Treaty's collective security policy.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, also present in Washington, noted tangible results from the summit's first day. He expressed satisfaction with the additional delivery of five Patriot systems announced by US President Joe Biden.

"The United States, Germany, the Netherlands, Romania, and Italy will provide Ukraine with equipment for five additional strategic air defense systems. In the coming months, the US and our partners will supply Ukraine with dozens of additional tactical systems," stated President Biden.

Zelensky added, "We can significantly limit Russian actions in southern Ukraine and repel the occupier if the Americans assist us with the necessary long-range weapons. The decision to supply Ukraine with five additional Patriot air defense systems and prioritize our country for other defense systems is greatly appreciated by the Ukrainian people. Thank you very much."

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that F-16 fighter jets, promised by Denmark and the Netherlands, are already en route to Ukraine and will be operational in the country's airspace this summer.

The Patriot systems and F-16 fighter jets are...