**Ukraine’s President Signs Law Allowing Troops to Operate Abroad**
President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a law that allows Ukraine’s Armed Forces to be sent abroad during martial law. The law was published on March 17.
The law aims to enhance defense cooperation with other countries, particularly by allowing Ukrainian forces to participate in training and receive military equipment. This will help attract international support to strengthen Ukraine’s defense.
**What the Law Means**
The law permits Ukrainian military units to be deployed to other countries for national security purposes, such as repelling armed aggression or protecting sovereignty and territorial integrity.
However, the decision to send troops abroad must be made by the president and requires approval from the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine’s parliament. The process will involve a formal request detailing the mission’s objectives, troop numbers, weaponry, and conditions of stay.
**Other Developments**
Ukraine has extradited a German citizen who fought in its Defense Forces and is suspected of rape and other crimes.
The country is also set to receive nearly 20 billion euros under the Ukraine Facility program. This will be the largest disbursement since the program was launched in early 2024.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stressed that Ukraine’s territorial integrity and sovereignty are non-negotiable, and Kyiv will never recognize Russian-occupied territories as part of Russia.
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