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Ukrainian servicemen of the 33rd separate mechanised brigade take part in an honorary ceremony to receive brigade patches in an undisclosed location in Ukraine on Aug. 3, 2025, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Genya Savilov/AFP
The Australian government has announced it will provide an additional $100 million in funding to help Ukraine purchase military equipment as it continues to defend itself against Russia’s invasion.
The funding will be delivered through two contributions of $50 million over the next 12 months.
Rex Widerstrom is a New Zealand-based reporter with over 40 years of experience in media, including radio and print. He is currently a presenter for Hutt Radio.