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France and the UK step up missile support for Ukraine after drone strikes

The moves come as European leaders meet to coordinate additional support following deadly Russian drone strikes.

Reported · Written up by our desk · Europe

France and the UK are boosting missile support for Ukraine after deadly Russian drone strikes, according to CNBC World.

The escalation is being coordinated as European leaders meet, with the governments seeking to expand Ukraine aid in response to the attacks.

CNBC World also links the support package to the broader European push to coordinate military assistance within the region.

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CNBC WorldFrance, UK step up missile support for Ukraine as European leaders meet

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