Australia signs long-term security pact with Ukraine, adds $42M aid and sanctions

Australia and Ukraine signed a long-term security pact bundling weapons, energy, and humanitarian aid, with a fresh $42 million package and sanctions expanded to nearly 1,900 measures. Canberra's total support nears $1.3 billion, and Australia gains a seat in the coalition rebuilding Ukraine's Navy. This formalizes and extends Australia's commitment, signaling sustained Western backing for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict.