Australian Defence Troops To Train Ukrainian Forces In The UK

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) will deploy to the UK to train Ukrainian soldiers fighting against Russia's callous invasion.

Up to 70 ADF troops will leave for the UK in January to join the British led multinational training effort known as Operation INTEFLEX, along with New Zealand, the Netherlands and Canada.

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The commitment of Aussie Defence personnel to train Ukrainian troops, is a part of the latest support package announced by the federal government, which also includes an extra 30 Bushmaster vehicles.

The 30 additional Australian-built four-wheel-drives will bring the total number of the protected mobility vehicles sent to Ukraine to 90.

"Australia has been unequivocal in its bipartisan support for Ukraine and its condemnation of President Putin," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said.

"We will continue to stand up for freedom and democracy.

"This is a not just about Ukraine's sovereignty; the brave people of Ukraine are defending international law, rules and norms," he added.

An additional $200 million was also announced in this week's Federal Budget to support Ukraine's efforts, including $185.6 million in Defence assistance from existing resources.

Australia's total financial support for Ukraine is now $655 million.

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