EXPLAINER: Why the US flipped on sending tanks to Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

EXPLAINER: Why the US flipped on sending tanks to Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — For months, U.S. officials balked at sending M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, insisting they were too complicated and too hard to maintain and repair. Crews interviewed in a 1992 Government Accountability Office review after the Persian Gulf War praised its high survivability and said “several M1A1 crews reported receiving direct frontal hits from Iraqi T-72s with minimal damage.” More recently, the battle titans led the charge to Baghdad during America’s 2003 invasion of Iraq, as 3rd Infantry Division units conducted what was dubbed “Thunder Runs” to break through Iraqi defenses. The Abrams’ powerful jet engine can propel the tank through almost any terrain, whether heavy snow or heavy mud, said Kevin Butler, a former Army lieutenant who served as an Abrams tank platoon leader. Asked directly about German pressure, Biden told reporters, “Germany didn’t force me to change our mind.” HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE Timing for both delivery of the tanks to Ukraine and the training of Ukrainian troops is fuzzy. Doug Bush, assistant secretary of the Army for acquisition, said the U.S. no longer buys new Abrams, but uses older ones as “seed vehicles” and refurbishes them.

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Twenty-thousand troops? We only have 25 main battle tanks working at best
1 month, 1 week ago

Twenty-thousand troops? We only have 25 main battle tanks working at best

The Independent  

When news that the UK would be at the front of the queue to provide troops for a Ukraine peacekeeping force, possibly as many as 20,000, a contact from army headquarters at Andover messaged me: “Where’s this 20,000-figure come from? We couldn’t do this in a month of Sundays!” The next few days saw this “offer” drop to 10,000 to …

Australia gives 49 aging Abrams tanks to Ukraine
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia gives 49 aging Abrams tanks to Ukraine

The Independent  

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Fresh hope Ukraine will soon receive ageing Australian Abrams tanks as Defence reviews military support
6 months, 1 week ago

Fresh hope Ukraine will soon receive ageing Australian Abrams tanks as Defence reviews military support

ABC  

Supporters of Ukraine have expressed optimism that Australia will soon donate the Army's ageing fleet of Abrams tanks to the war-torn nation, as Defence insists it is "continually" reviewing how it can best support the fight against Russia's invasion. In February after the ABC revealed Ukraine's interest in the ageing M1A1 fleet, Defence Minister Richard Marles insisted gifting Abrams tanks …

Ukraine is forced to haul its fleet of $10million US Abrams tanks back from the frontline after losing five of its stock of 31 with Russia ramping up hunter-killer drone attacks in latest battlefield
11 months ago

Ukraine is forced to haul its fleet of $10million US Abrams tanks back from the frontline after losing five of its stock of 31 with Russia ramping up hunter-killer drone attacks in latest battlefield

Daily Mail  

Ukraine has been forced to sideline US-provide Abrams tanks for now in its fight against Russia, in part because Russian drone warfare has made it too difficult for them to operate without detection or coming under attack. But the battlefield has changed substantially since then, notably by the ubiquitous use of Russian surveillance drones and hunter-killer drones - tactics also …

Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
11 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ukraine has sidelined U.S.-provided Abrams …

Ukraine pulls U.S.-provided Abrams tanks from front lines over Russian drone threats
11 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine pulls U.S.-provided Abrams tanks from front lines over Russian drone threats

LA Times  

U.S. Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth with an M1A2 Abrams battle tank at the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center in Lima, Ohio, last year. Officials say Ukraine has sidelined its U.S.-provided Abrams M1A1 tanks for now because of their vulnerability to Russian drones Ukraine has sidelined U.S.-provided Abrams M1A1 battle tanks for now in its fight against Russia, in part …

Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
11 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: Ukraine has sidelined U.S.-provided Abrams M1A1 battle tanks for now in its fight against Russia, in part because Russian drone warfare has made it too difficult for them to operate without detection or coming under attack, two U.S. military officials told the Associated Press. The proliferation of drones on the Ukrainian battlefield means “there isn’t open ground that you …

Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
11 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Ukraine has sidelined U.S.-provided Abrams M1A1 battle tanks for now in its fight against Russia, in part because Russian drone warfare has made it too difficult for them to operate without detection or coming under attack, two U.S. military officials told The Associated Press. “We’ll work with our Ukrainian partners, and other partners on the ground, to help …

What we know about US Abrams tanks arriving in Ukraine ‘next week’
1 year, 6 months ago

What we know about US Abrams tanks arriving in Ukraine ‘next week’

Al Jazeera  

Long-awaited M1 Abrams tanks are to arrive in Ukraine next week and come at a crucial time for Kyiv’s forces. United States President Joe Biden has announced that the first US-made Abrams tanks will be delivered to Ukraine next week, a crucial delivery at a time when Ukrainian forces are engaged in brutal fighting on the front lines with Russia …

From Challenger to Leopard: How Ukraine’s tanks compare to Russia’s
1 year, 6 months ago

From Challenger to Leopard: How Ukraine’s tanks compare to Russia’s

The Independent  

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Washington reveals why it will send Ukraine 'simpler version' of Abrams tanks
1 year, 8 months ago

Washington reveals why it will send Ukraine 'simpler version' of Abrams tanks

Firstpost  

Experts think that a simpler variant of Abrams tanks might be more suitable for Ukraine. The tanks will be downgraded before they are delivered to Kyiv The much-awaited US-made Abrams tanks that are expected to reach Ukraine in September might not be equipped with advanced equipment as they are reportedly too “sensitive” and “sophisticated” for the Ukrainian military. According to …

Tanks, F-16 jets part of long-term aid for Ukraine, won’t be ready for upcoming offensive, US says
1 year, 9 months ago

Tanks, F-16 jets part of long-term aid for Ukraine, won’t be ready for upcoming offensive, US says

Associated Press  

PARIS — America’s top military officer says training for Ukrainian forces on advanced U.S. Abrams tanks has started, but those weapons crucial over the long term in trying to expel Russia from occupied territory will not be ready in time for Kyiv’s imminent counteroffensive. The tank training got underway as the United States and its allies began to work out …

US Abrams tanks for training Ukrainian forces arrive in Germany ahead of schedule
1 year, 10 months ago

US Abrams tanks for training Ukrainian forces arrive in Germany ahead of schedule

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Abrams tanks needed for training Ukrainian forces have arrived in Germany slightly ahead of schedule and are on their way to the Grafenwoehr Army base where the training will begin in two to three weeks, U.S. officials said Thursday. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told the Senate Appropriations defense subcommittee that the U.S. had moved “a number …

US Abrams tanks for training Ukrainian forces arrive in Germany ahead of schedule
1 year, 10 months ago

US Abrams tanks for training Ukrainian forces arrive in Germany ahead of schedule

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The U.S. Abrams tanks needed …

Allies move to bolster Ukrainian tank forces ahead of counteroffensive
1 year, 11 months ago

Allies move to bolster Ukrainian tank forces ahead of counteroffensive

Firstpost  

The latest in a string of talks since Russian President Vladimir Putin authorised the invasion of Ukraine last year, the summit at Ramstein Air Base focused on air defence and ammunition but made no major revelations about weaponry Ramstein Air Base, Germany: As the US convened a summit of allies in Germany on Friday, Germany announced a pact to construct …

US to begin training Ukrainian troops on Abrams tank
1 year, 11 months ago

US to begin training Ukrainian troops on Abrams tank

Associated Press  

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — The United States will begin training Ukrainian forces on how to use and maintain Abrams tanks in the coming weeks, as it continues to speed up its effort to get them onto the battlefield as quickly as possible, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Friday. Germany’s defense minister, Boris Pistorius, told reporters he expects the …

‘More comfortable than a Rolls-Royce’: Ukrainian tank drivers eagerly await Western rides
1 year, 11 months ago

‘More comfortable than a Rolls-Royce’: Ukrainian tank drivers eagerly await Western rides

LA Times  

There had been a time when Oleg was excited to get behind the wheel of the tank. VIDEO | 01:56 Ukraine’s forces eagerly await Western tanks Ukraine’s armored brigades wait for the arrival of more modern tanks, which the country says it needs to spearhead its spring counteroffensive. Their T-64 — nicknamed “Buhay,” or “Bull,” after its commander, an affable …

Ukraine receives Leopard, Challenger battle tanks
2 years ago

Ukraine receives Leopard, Challenger battle tanks

Al Jazeera  

New additions to Ukraine’s military include the tanks as well as Marder infantry fighting vehicles, Cougar armoured trucks, and Stryker armoured personnel carriers. Ukraine’s Defence Minister Oleksiy Reznikov said he inspected a “new addition” to the country’s forces – Challenger tanks as well as Germany’s Marder infantry fighting vehicles, plus Cougar armoured trucks and Stryker armoured personnel carriers from the …

US speeds up Abrams tank delivery to Ukraine war zone
2 years ago

US speeds up Abrams tank delivery to Ukraine war zone

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is speeding up its delivery of Abrams tanks to Ukraine, opting to send a refurbished older model that can be ready faster, with the aim of getting the 70-ton battle powerhouses to the war zone by the fall, the Pentagon said Tuesday. It’s unclear how soon the U.S. would begin training Ukrainian forces on how to …

U.S. to speed up delivery of Abrams tanks to Ukraine by sending older model
2 years ago

U.S. to speed up delivery of Abrams tanks to Ukraine by sending older model

LA Times  

U.S. officials say the Pentagon is speeding up its delivery of Abrams tanks to Ukraine, opting to send a refurbished older model that can be ready faster. The Pentagon is speeding up its delivery of Abrams tanks to Ukraine, opting to send a refurbished older model that can be ready faster, with the aim of getting the 70-ton battle powerhouses …

US to send Patriot missile systems and tanks to Ukraine faster than originally planned
2 years ago

US to send Patriot missile systems and tanks to Ukraine faster than originally planned

CNN  

Fort Sill, Oklahoma CNN — US Patriot missile defense systems and Abram tanks are set to be deployed to Ukraine faster than originally planned, US defense officials said on Tuesday. Gen. Patrick Ryder said in January that the accelerated training timeline for Ukrainian troops would take “several months.” Ryder declined to get into specifics about the new timeline during a …

A key part of U.S. help with Ukraine’s war effort is made in Ohio
2 years, 1 month ago

A key part of U.S. help with Ukraine’s war effort is made in Ohio

LA Times  

Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth discusses the latest version of the M1A2 Abrams tank at a manufacturing plant Thursday in Lima, Ohio. Owned by the U.S. Army and operated by General Dynamics, the plant is expected to refurbish Abrams tanks for Washington to send to Ukraine and is already preparing to build an updated version of the vehicle for …

European countries promise Ukraine more Leopard 1 tanks
2 years, 1 month ago

European countries promise Ukraine more Leopard 1 tanks

Al Jazeera  

Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands say they will provide at least 100 of the weapons for Kyiv over the coming months. Three European countries have promised Ukraine that it will get at least 100 tanks in the “coming months” as the German defence minister made a surprise visit to Kyiv. Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands on Tuesday promised at least …

Western weapon deliveries in a race against Russia offensive
2 years, 2 months ago

Western weapon deliveries in a race against Russia offensive

Al Jazeera  

Ukraine’s allies have pledged longer-range weapons and rushed to deliver tanks and armoured vehicles as Moscow intensifies its campaign in the east. In a single 24-hour period, Ukraine’s eastern forces spokesman Serhiy Cherevaty said on January 31 that 42 battles had taken place within 15km of Bakhmut in the region of Donetsk. Germany’s company of Leopard 2 tanks and the …

Latest on Ukraine: British tank training for Ukrainian troops has begun (Jan. 30)
2 years, 2 months ago

Latest on Ukraine: British tank training for Ukrainian troops has begun (Jan. 30)

NPR  

Latest on Ukraine: British tank training for Ukrainian troops has begun Enlarge this image toggle caption Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images Here's a look ahead and a roundup of key developments from the past week. What to watch Ukrainian troops will begin training in the United Kingdom to use the country's Challenger 2, following the …

Poland to send 60 modernised PT-91 tanks to Ukraine, in addition to Leopards
2 years, 2 months ago

Poland to send 60 modernised PT-91 tanks to Ukraine, in addition to Leopards

ABC  

Poland will send an additional 60 tanks to Ukraine on top of the 14 German-made Leopard 2 tanks it has already pledged, the Polish prime minister has said in an interview. Key points: Poland has sent hundreds of tanks to its neighbour Ukraine since Russia invaded in February last year The PT-91 is a Polish-made battle tank that came into …

The West is sending some of the world's best battle tanks to Ukraine. This is what Kyiv is set to score
2 years, 2 months ago

The West is sending some of the world's best battle tanks to Ukraine. This is what Kyiv is set to score

ABC  

Kyiv's battle tank line-up is about to look very different after the US and Germany this week finally gave approval to send highly sought-after heavy Western weapons to Ukraine. "In simple terms, these tanks will provide improved firepower, protection and mobility to the Ukrainian armoured forces over the Soviet-era 'T series' tanks," Mr Purdy told the ABC. "While I expect …

Biden's promise to send 31 Abrams could take up to a YEAR
2 years, 2 months ago

Biden's promise to send 31 Abrams could take up to a YEAR

Daily Mail  

The Biden administration administration's plan to send Ukraine a battalion of lethal Abrams tanks will be hampered by the production timeframe and the Pentagon's insistence that it does not have any in surplus, the Defense Department revealed Thursday. Biden announced Wednesday that the U.S. is sending an entire battalion of 31 M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, yielding to President Volodymyr …

Russian attacks on Ukraine reported; at least 11 dead
2 years, 2 months ago

Russian attacks on Ukraine reported; at least 11 dead

Firstpost  

The mayor of Kyiv said earlier that one person was killed in the capital, the city’s first attack-related death of the year Kyiv: Emergency officials in Ukraine say Russia’s latest widespread barrage of drone and missile attacks have killed 11 people and wounded 11 more a day after Germany and the United States announced they would send advanced battle tanks …

Tank deliveries are 'direct involvement' by West in conflict, says Kremlin
2 years, 2 months ago

Tank deliveries are 'direct involvement' by West in conflict, says Kremlin

Firstpost  

The Kremlin was reacting for the first time to announcements by the United States and Germany on Wednesday that they would arm Ukraine with dozens of battle tanks in its fight against Russia Moscow: Russia said on Thursday it saw the promised delivery of Western tanks to Ukraine as evidence of direct and growing US and European involvement in the …

Goal is to get Ukraine the capabilities they need to be successful on the battlefield against Russia: John Kirby
2 years, 2 months ago

Goal is to get Ukraine the capabilities they need to be successful on the battlefield against Russia: John Kirby

The Hindu  

The Joe Biden administration's goal is to get Ukraine the requisite capabilities needed to be successful on the battlefield against the Russian troops, the White House has said, after Washington and Berlin announced that they will send advanced battle tanks to Kyiv. President Joe Biden has announced that the U. S. will send 31 state-of-the-art Abrams battle tanks to Ukraine …

January 26, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news
2 years, 2 months ago

January 26, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news

CNN  

US-owned M1A2 Abrams tanks in Germany. The US will send the M1A2 Abrams tank to Ukraine, which has significantly upgraded capabilities compared to the earlier M1A1 model. It’s “the difference between a plug-in phone – a rotary phone – and that iPhone you’ve got in your hand,” explained retired Army Gen. Robert Abrams, the former commander of US Forces Korea, …

Russia vows to ‘burn’ German, US tanks in Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

Russia vows to ‘burn’ German, US tanks in Ukraine

Live Mint  

Numerous modern battle tanks will be delivered to Ukraine by Germany and the US. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy welcomed the action as a potential turning point in the country's struggle to fend off Russia's invasion while the Kremlin branded it an "extremely dangerous" move. Hours after Germany declared it would deploy Leopard 2 tanks, US President Joe Biden announced the …

Despite concerns, US to send 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

Despite concerns, US to send 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that the U.S. will send 31 M1 Abrams battle tanks to Ukraine, reversing months of persistent arguments that the tanks were too difficult for Ukrainian troops to operate and maintain. Germany had said the Leopards would not be sent unless the U.S. put its Abrams on the table, not wanting to incur Russia’s …

U.S., Germany to send tanks to Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

U.S., Germany to send tanks to Ukraine

The Hindu  

After weeks of hesitation that created impatience among Germany’s allies, Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced on Wednesday that his government would provide Ukraine with Leopard 2 battle tanks and approve requests by other countries to do the same. The long-awaited decision came after U.S. officials revealed on Tuesday a preliminary agreement for the U.S. to send M1 Abrams tanks to help …

Germany is sending tanks to Ukraine – now it is a matter of speed
2 years, 2 months ago

Germany is sending tanks to Ukraine – now it is a matter of speed

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The pressure on Germany from …

January 25, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news
2 years, 2 months ago

January 25, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news

CNN  

US President Biden announced Wednesday that he plans to send 31 M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, reversing the administration’s longstanding resistance to requests from Kyiv for the highly sophisticated but maintenance-heavy vehicles. Biden said in White House remarks that this US support is about helping Ukraine “defend its sovereignty” and that sending tanks does not mean it is an “offensive …

U.S., Germany poised to send tanks to Ukraine, answering Kyiv's pleas
2 years, 2 months ago

U.S., Germany poised to send tanks to Ukraine, answering Kyiv's pleas

The Hindu  

The United States was expected to announce as soon as January 25 that it will send heavy tanks to Ukraine, and Germany has decided to do the same, sources said, a reversal that Kyiv has said would reshape its war with Russia. Just days after arguing against granting Kyiv's requests, Washington was ready to start a process that would eventually …

In reversal, US poised to approve Abrams tanks for Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

In reversal, US poised to approve Abrams tanks for Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — In what would be a reversal, the Biden administration is poised to approve sending M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, U.S. officials said Tuesday, as international reluctance to send tanks to the battlefront against the Russians begins to erode. One thing Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been very focused on, he said, “is that we should not be providing …

Russia scorns Germany for sending Leopard battle tanks to Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

Russia scorns Germany for sending Leopard battle tanks to Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Germany’s move to deliver Leopard 2s to Kyiv will lead to ‘permanent escalation’, says Russian embassy in Berlin. Moscow has slammed Berlin’s move to supply Ukraine with battle tanks and accused Germany of abandoning its “historical responsibility to Russia” arising from Nazi crimes in World War II. The Russian embassy in Germany said on Wednesday the decision to send 14 …

US will send dozens of Abrams tanks to Ukraine, Biden announces
2 years, 2 months ago

US will send dozens of Abrams tanks to Ukraine, Biden announces

Al Jazeera  

US president says the new military aid underscores Washington’s ‘enduring commitment’ to Kyiv against Moscow’s invasion. Biden said on Wednesday that the Abrams tanks, which he described as the “most capable” in the world, will help Ukraine defend its territorial integrity against what he called Russia’s “brutal” aggression against its neighbour. Biden told reporters at the White House that the …

Abrams and Leopard tanks: Why are they important to Ukraine?
2 years, 2 months ago

Abrams and Leopard tanks: Why are they important to Ukraine?

Al Jazeera  

Kyiv has long called on Western nations to send battle tanks, arguing they are essential for battlefield success. The news comes amid reports that Washington is also poised to send dozens of M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine’s front lines. According to Freedberg, because the Abram tanks are used significantly less across Europe, Ukraine may struggle to cope with logistic infrastructure …

U.S. and Germany will send battle tanks to Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

U.S. and Germany will send battle tanks to Ukraine

LA Times  

Germany and the U.S. will send tanks to Ukraine in an effort to help Kyiv break battlefield stalemates as the war with Russia enters its 12th month. President Biden announced Wednesday that the U.S. will send 31 M1 Abrams battle tanks to Ukraine, reversing months of persistent arguments that the tanks were too difficult for Ukrainian troops to operate and …

The U.S. and Germany pledge tanks to Ukraine, signaling heavy fighting ahead
2 years, 2 months ago

The U.S. and Germany pledge tanks to Ukraine, signaling heavy fighting ahead

NPR  

The U.S. and Germany pledge tanks to Ukraine, signaling heavy fighting ahead Enlarge this image toggle caption Omar Marques/Getty Images Omar Marques/Getty Images President Biden said Wednesday the U.S. will send 31 M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, reflecting the rapidly expanding effort to provide heavy weaponry to Ukraine in its war with Russia. Biden's announcement came just hours after Germany's …

Germany, US agree to send battle tanks to Ukraine: Reports
2 years, 2 months ago

Germany, US agree to send battle tanks to Ukraine: Reports

Al Jazeera  

Berlin will send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine and Washington will provide Abrams tanks, according to German and US media. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has agreed to supply Ukraine with Leopard 2 battle tanks, according to media reports, after weeks of mounting pressure on Berlin to give Kyiv the heavier weapons it says it needs to drive back invading Russian …

U.S. expected to send M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, directing a political message to Germany
2 years, 2 months ago

U.S. expected to send M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, directing a political message to Germany

LA Times  

Putting aside resistance from the Pentagon and elsewhere, the Biden administration is planning to announce a decision to send M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, officials said Tuesday. The tanks, long sought by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, would provide the heaviest weaponry yet among the billions of dollars in military aid Washington has sent to Ukraine to help repel a brutal …

A look at Leopard 2 tanks that could soon be sent to Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

A look at Leopard 2 tanks that could soon be sent to Ukraine

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Following intense pressure from its allies, Germany appears to be inching toward approving deliveries of high-tech Leopard 2 main battle tanks that Ukraine and its biggest Western backers hope will boost Kyiv’s fight against Russian invaders. Over the weekend, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said Berlin would not get in the way if Poland — arguably Ukraine’s most …

Nato nations pledge ‘unprecedented’ military aid to Ukraine – but no German tanks yet
2 years, 2 months ago

Nato nations pledge ‘unprecedented’ military aid to Ukraine – but no German tanks yet

The Independent  

A group of 11 Nato countries, including Britain and Poland, have pledged an “unprecedented” raft of new military aid to support Ukraine's war with Russia ⁠- but the big question of whether to send heavy Leopard 2 tanks remains unanswered, with Germany yet to lift a veto. "We commit to collectively pursuing delivery of an unprecedented set of donations including …

German caution on Ukraine arms rooted in political culture
2 years, 2 months ago

German caution on Ukraine arms rooted in political culture

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Germany has become one of Ukraine’s leading weapons suppliers in the 11 months since Russia’s invasion, but Chancellor Olaf Scholz also has gained a reputation for hesitating to take each new step — generating impatience among allies. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius rejected the suggestion that Germany was standing in the way but said, “we have to balance all …

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