Leaders | Give them the money

Europe should buy from Ukraine’s defence industry

And invest in it too

Drone operators of 3rd Assault Brigade are seen working at positions near the frontline in the direction of Borova, Kharkiv Oblast
Photograph: Getty Images

YOU MAY well think that these are particularly difficult times in Ukraine. Last year’s American aid package is nearly used up, and no one expects another. Russia is launching another spring offensive and pummelling Ukraine’s cities from the sky. Donald Trump’s efforts to secure a peace deal have not yielded even a proposed 30-day ceasefire.

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