The British authorities will allocate 200 million pounds to prepare its military forces for deployment in Ukraine, the British Ministry of Defense announced today.
The department said it would allocate a sum of 200 million pounds (230 million euros) if a ceasefire with Russia is reached.
The funds, drawn from the 2026 military budget, "will provide new vehicles, communications systems and drone protection capabilities, ensuring that British troops are ready for deployment," the statement said.
Production of Octopus interceptor drones will begin this month in the UK "to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses."
The decision is part of a declaration of intent signed by Britain and France on Tuesday, in which both countries expressed their willingness to deploy troops to maintain peace in the event of a ceasefire, French media reported.
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