US Defense Security Cooperation Agency says in a statement

US Defense Security Cooperation Agency says in a statement

Title: U.S. Approves $825 Million Missile Sale to Ukraine; Impact on European Defense Spending

The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has announced the approval of a $825 million sale of 3,350 Extended Range Attack Munition (ERAM) air-launched missiles and related equipment to Ukraine. The sale, which was approved by the State Department, is part of a broader effort to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities and regional security [1].

The DSCA statement emphasized that the proposed sale will enhance Ukraine's ability to meet current and future threats, supporting its self-defense and regional security missions. The agency also underscored that the sale aligns with U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives, particularly in light of Russia's ongoing conflict with Ukraine [1].

The funding for this purchase will come from Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway, with a loan guarantee provided by the United States. This move follows a broader trend of increased European defense spending, driven in part by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the pressure from former President Donald Trump to meet NATO's 2% GDP defense spending target [3].

NATO data released in June 2025 showed that all 32 member countries are projected to meet the 2% GDP defense spending goal, a significant increase from the 23 countries that met the target in 2024. This progress underscores the alliance's commitment to collective defense and highlights the importance of U.S. leadership in driving European defense spending [3].

The U.S. continues to play a pivotal role in European defense, with its military expenditures accounting for around two-thirds of NATO's total military expenditure in 2024. However, the U.S. is not the highest spender in terms of GDP, with Poland and Estonia leading the way [3].

In another development, Iran has warned that the decision by Britain, France, and Germany to trigger a "snapback" mechanism under the 2015 nuclear deal will undermine its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The move comes amidst ongoing tensions and nuclear negotiations between Iran and European powers [2].

References:
[1] https://m.economictimes.com/news/defence/us-approves-825-mn-missile-sale-to-ukraine/articleshow/123590771.cms
[2] https://www.turkiyetoday.com/region/iran-warns-europes-snapback-sanctions-will-end-iaea-cooperation-vows-response-3206102
[3] https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/defense/3787297/nato-members-defense-spending-goal/