Ruben Brekelmans

Netherlands to provide €250M for U.S. weapons to bolster Ukraine’s air defenses

The Netherlands will provide €250 million (about $270 million) to purchase U.S. weapons for Ukraine to bolster its defense against Russian airstrikes, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said, according to Sky News on Dec. 1.

1 December 2025, 02:37 PM

Dutch F-35 fighter jets deployed for air patrols in Poland

Dutch Royal Air Force F-35 fighter jets have begun patrols in Poland, Poland’s Armed Forces Operational Command said on Sept. 1.

1 September 2025, 07:44 PM

Netherlands commits to Patriot systems for Ukraine – DM Brekelmans

The Netherlands will make a substantial contribution to providing Ukraine with U.S.-made Patriot air defense systems, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said on X on July 21.

22 July 2025, 11:35 AM

Ukraine will receive a $200 million aid package from the Netherlands, including 100 radars for drone detection

The Netherlands announced a new military assistance package to Ukraine worth approximately 175 million euros ($200 million), according to the Dutch Ministry of Defense's website on June 24.

24 June 2025, 04:19 PM

Zelenskyy to join NATO summit, role being planned, Dutch DM Brekelmans says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will participate in the NATO summit in The Hague from June 24–26, with organizers planning a suitable role for him, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans told broadcaster WNL.

26 May 2025, 10:56 AM

Ukraine to receive Final F-16 fighter jet from Netherlands on May 26

Netherlands will deliver its final promised F-16 fighter jet to Ukraine on May 26, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said in an interview with WNL on May 25.

25 May 2025, 06:47 PM

EU leaders condemn Russia over Kryvyi Rih missile strike

European Union politicians and diplomats reacted strongly to Russia’s missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast on April 4, which killed 18 people, including nine children.

5 April 2025, 12:25 PM

Netherlands urges Zelenskyy to reject deal that could lead to an interwar period

Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy not to accept a deal that could lead to an interwar period, The Guardian reported on March 11.

11 March 2025, 05:56 PM

Europe lacks military leverage in Ukraine peace talks, says Dutch defense minister

Europe's exclusion from the negotiation process regarding the Russia-Ukraine war is a "harsh reality," indicating a lack of military leverage among European countries, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said in an interview with Dutch broadcaster Buitenhof on Feb. 16, nltimes.nl reported.

17 February 2025, 07:21 PM

Ukraine and Netherlands discuss F-16 deliveries and military aid

Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with his Dutch counterpart, Ruben Brekelmans, in The Hague on Jan. 31 to discuss the supply of F-16 fighter jets and other military aid for 2025, the Ukrainian official reported on X.

31 January 2025, 07:45 PM

Netherlands to deliver crucial air defense support for Ukraine

The Netherlands will soon deliver military assistance that will significantly enhance Ukraine’s air defense capabilities, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov wrote on Facebook late on Jan. 9.

10 January 2025, 09:47 AM

NATO needs to set clear conditions for Ukraine's membership, says Dutch Defense Minister Brekelmans

NATO countries must discuss and agree on the conditions under which Ukraine will receive an invitation and join the Alliance, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said on Oct. 18, according to Reuters.

19 October 2024, 12:01 PM

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