UK to send £752 million and 120,000 drones to Ukraine

Written by David Fletcher 16 Apr 2026
UK to send £752 million and 120,000 drones to Ukraine

The UK is strengthening its support for Ukraine with a major new package of military and financial aid, as international leaders meet to coordinate ongoing assistance. Rachel Reeves is expected to confirm a £752 million payment to Ukraine, part of a wider £3.36 billion loan, aimed at funding critical military equipment such as long-range missiles, air defence systems, and drones. Also, defence secretary John Healey has announced the UK’s largest-ever drone supply, with 120,000 units to be delivered. These include reconnaissance, strike, logistics, and maritime drones, many produced by British companies. As drone warfare increasingly shapes the conflict, Ukrainian forces have already demonstrated new tactical capabilities using drone technology alone. UK leaders have urged global partners not to lose focus in supporting Ukraine despite other international conflicts.

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