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Italy Reportedly Agrees to Secretly Send Ukraine Advanced Air Defense Missiles
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Italy Reportedly Agrees to Secretly Send Ukraine Advanced Air Defense Missiles

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Italy's government has reportedly approved a secret military aid package for Ukraine, including advanced air defense systems.
  • The package is expected to feature four SAMP/T NG air defense batteries and Aster 30 missiles, alongside long-range radars.
  • The total value of the aid package is estimated at around 3 billion euros, potentially funded by the EU's 'Ukraine Support Loan' program.

Italy has reportedly agreed to a secret military aid package for Ukraine, which includes advanced air defense capabilities. According to RBC-Ukraine, citing La Repubblica, the Italian government has already approved the assistance, with a final decision expected within the "Aid Decree XIII." The core of this new package is anticipated to be air and missile defense systems.

The Italian government has already approved this aid package, and the final decision should be approved in the thirteenth 'Aid Decree'.

— La RepubblicaReporting on the Italian government's approval of the new aid package for Ukraine.

The proposed aid includes four SAMP/T NG air defense batteries, capable of intercepting ballistic missiles, and Aster 30 missiles designed to shoot down enemy projectiles. Additionally, seven long-range radars are planned: six from the French company Thales and one from Italy's Leonardo. This package stems from an agreement between Italy and France, who jointly produce the SAMP/T systems and Aster 30 missiles.

The package should include four SAMP/T NG air defense batteries, capable of intercepting ballistic missiles, and 'Aster 30' missiles, designed to shoot down enemy missiles.

— La RepubblicaDetailing the specific air defense systems and missiles included in the proposed aid.

Both nations could potentially allow Ukraine to manufacture Aster 30 N1BT missiles on its own territory, reducing Kyiv's reliance on European supplies. Ukraine already operates two SAMP/T batteries provided by Italy and France, which have proven effective in combat. However, a shortage of Aster 30 missiles has emerged since summer 2025 due to significantly depleted French and Italian stockpiles.

Both countries jointly produce SAMP/T systems and 'Aster 30' missiles, used for protection against air and missile attacks.

— La RepubblicaHighlighting the joint production of the defense systems by Italy and France.

The plan aims to increase missile production, with Italy expected to supply some to Ukraine by October to equip existing and new air defense systems. The overall value of this aid package is estimated at approximately 3 billion euros. Funding is anticipated through the EU's 'Ukraine Support Loan' program. Italy has consistently stated its intention to bolster military support for Ukraine.

Paris and Rome may also allow Ukraine to produce 'Aster 30 N1BT' missiles on its territory.

— La RepubblicaSuggesting a potential for Ukraine to domestically produce the missiles.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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