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News live: Australia gives Ukraine another $100m for fight against Russia; AFL great in hospital after truck crash

The Guardian · Jun 18, 2026, 8:44 PM

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Two payments of $50m will boost Ukraine’s air defence and munitions supply. Follow today’s news live• Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast. The federal government has announced another $100m in support for Ukraine as it continues its fight against Russia’s invasion.Australia’s ambassador to Nato, Angus Campbell, represented Australia at the Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting in Brussels overnight, announcing plans to bring Australia’s overall support for Ukraine to over $1.8bn.What happens in Ukraine matters here in the Indo-Pacific, which is why it is so important for Australia to stay the course and continue to stand with Ukraine until they find peace on their terms. Continue reading...

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