PURL program
Coverage of PURL program in the Nexus archive.
- Italy Rejects PURL Funding for Ukraine
Italy confirms it will not deliver funds to NATO’s PURL program that finances US-made weaponry for Ukraine, highlighting Rome’s reluctance to boost defense spending through EU mechanisms despite public pledges to raise its military budget.
- Ukraine Secures Over $2.5B in Defense Aid at Ramstein, Zelensky Says
Ukraine secured over $2.5 billion in defense aid at the Ramstein meeting, including $1 billion for the PURL program, $500 million for long-range ammunition under the Czech initiative, and $1 billion for drone and missile production. President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the commitments.
- Zelensky Says NATO, PURL Guarantee, Key in Defeating Russia’s ‘Final Argument’ – Ballistic Missiles
President Volodymyr Zelensky states ballistic missiles have become Russia’s 'final argument' in its war against Ukraine, emphasizing the need for stronger air defenses and long-term security financing. He highlights contributions to the PURL program, joint weapons production, and discussions with NATO’s Secretary General Mark Rutte on durable financial guarantees, noting timely partner support could lead to a 'fair and dignified peace.'