US sends seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine, greenlights $138M in HAWK missile support systems
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The State Department has approved $138 million in foreign military sales to Ukraine for its HAWK missile systems, while the U.S. military transferred seized weapons to the war-torn country.
The HAWK is a medium-range surface-to-air missile system that provides air defense, which is one of Ukraine’s top security needs. Michael Dorgan is a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business.
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"Ukraine has an urgent need to increase its capabilities to defend against Russian missile strikes and the aerial capabilities of Russian forces," the State Department said in a memo outlining the sale. "Maintaining and sustaining the HAWK Weapon System will enhance Ukraine’s ability to defend its people and protect critical national infrastructure."
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