Australia announces $250 million military aid package for Ukraine

The Australian government is set to give Ukraine another $250 million in military support — its largest contribution to the war effort since Russia invaded.

Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles announced the package on the final day of the NATO summit in Washington DC.

Australia will provide guided and air defence missiles, anti-tank weapons and ammunition. A "small number" of Australian personnel will join a NATO command for Ukraine.