Spain and Ukraine sign military training agreement

Spain and Ukraine signed an agreement on military training for Ukrainian troops on Friday, 14 March.

Ukraine's Defence Minister Rustem Umierov and his Spanish counterpart, Margarita Robles, discussed key security issues and ways to further strengthen Ukraine's defence forces.

Following the talks, the ministers signed a major agreement on Ukrainian military training, ushering in a new phase of bilateral cooperation.

Umierov stated that the meeting identified key areas that require special attention, including deeper industrial cooperation, improved air defence systems, and the delivery of ammunition and armoured vehicles to Ukraine.

In late January, José Manuel Albares, Spain's Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, announced a further €10 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

On 24 February, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced a €1 billion military aid package for Ukraine for 2025.