3,350 ERAM Missiles Are Heading to Ukraine — Here's How They Can Be Used Against Russia

3,350 ERAM missiles are heading to Ukraine — here's how they can be used against Russia

Ukraine's offensive capabilities look set to receive a significant boost in the coming months with the announcement that the U.S. has authorized a European-funded $850 million sale of 3,350 Extended-Range Attack Munition (ERAM) missiles. "Up to 3,350 ERAM missiles and 3,350 navigation modules to counter spoofing will be procured," Presidential Office Chief of Staff Andriy Yermak wrote on social media, confirming the deal on Aug. 28. According t

Following the latest deadly Russian attack on Kyiv, the US is increasing its support by selling 3,350 ERAM missiles and equipment for Patriot systems.

The US State Department has approved the sale of $825M worth of aviation ammunition and related equipment to Ukraine. These include ERAM missiles, with a longer range, and GPS/INS EGI systems for precise navigation. Denmark, the Netherlands, Norway, and US foreign military funding will cover the costs for these missiles and their maintenance. If approved, missiles with a range of up to 450 kilometers could arrive in Ukraine this year, though it …