The Netherlands has decided to provide Ukraine with nearly a thousand portable charges for remote mine clearance, which can be used to carve out passages in dense military fortifications, Ukraine’s Defense Ministry said in a message on its website Aug. 22.

The announcement came after Ukrainian Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov met with his Dutch counterpart Kajsa Ollongren.

"There is a decision to provide nearly a thousand portable charges for remote demining, which can create passages in engineered barriers," said Ollongren.

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She also emphasized that the Netherlands will continue to work on meeting all of Ukraine's needs, particularly with respect to air defense measures, which are critically important for safeguarding the lives of Ukrainians and the country’s infrastructure.

“We were very pleased to announce the next step in strengthening air defense, specifically the transfer of F-16 fighter jets,” the Dutch minister added.

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“We have already agreed on the training programs for Ukrainian pilots… This is not just a matter of training — it also concerns capabilities and technical support. But we are working on this. We have made a commitment. As soon as possible, everything will be done.”

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Ollongren thanked Reznikov for his tireless efforts in encouraging foreign partners to do increase military aid to Ukraine. In particular, she expressed gratitude for transparency and clarity in identifying Kyiv’s needs and creative approaches to the problem-solving process.

In his turn, Reznikov stressed that "the F-16 is a powerful step; the significance of this decision made by the Dutch government cannot be overestimated."

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