Netherlands Sends First US Arms to Ukraine Under New Deal

The Dutch government has confirmed it will deliver two shipments of American-made weapons to Ukraine this month as part of a new international support mechanism known as the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL).

According to a statement issued by the Dutch Cabinet, the first two aid packages under the PURL framework are scheduled for delivery this month, with additional consignments expected every two to three weeks.

Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans announced on Monday that the Netherlands is the first NATO ally to commit to sending US defence systems to Kyiv under the new initiative. The shipment, valued at €500 million, includes Patriot missiles and spare parts for the air defense systems.

The PURL initiative, launched by the United States and NATO, is designed to accelerate the supply of military equipment to Ukraine by prioritising systems readily available in American stockpiles.

Ukrainian Defence Minister Denys Shmyhal welcomed the initiative, emphasising its goal of ensuring rapid delivery of essential arms and ammunition amid ongoing Russian aggression.

The Netherlands’ leadership in the PURL mechanism highlights its commitment to reinforcing Ukraine’s defence capabilities as the war enters a critical phase.