Abrams and Leopard tanks: Why are they important to Ukraine?
1 year, 11 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 such as obtaining spare parts, warehousing and general maintenance. Russia’s ambassador to the US said the possible delivery of Abrams tanks to Kyiv by Washington would be “another blatant provocation” against Moscow and that the West would regret its “delusion” that Ukraine can win on the battlefield. According to Alex Gatopoulos, Al Jazeera’s defence analyst, the latest-generation main battle tanks are vital for Ukraine if it wants to punch holes in Russian defensive lines and retake territory that Russian forces seized in the opening weeks of the invasion.

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Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
7 months, 4 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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Ukraine pulls U.S.-provided Abrams tanks from front lines over Russian drone threats
7 months, 4 weeks 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
7 months, 4 weeks 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, 3 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, 3 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Deal struck to send second-hand Leopard 1 tanks from Belgium to Ukraine
1 year, 4 months ago

Deal struck to send second-hand Leopard 1 tanks from Belgium to Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Tanks sold off as obsolete are now in demand as Ukraine’s Western supporters seek to provide more weapons to fight Russia. Dozens of second-hand Leopard 1 tanks that once belonged to Belgium have been bought by another European country for Ukrainian forces fighting Russia’s invasion, according to the arms trader who conducted the deal. The German-made Leopards were at the …

Washington reveals why it will send Ukraine 'simpler version' of Abrams tanks
1 year, 4 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 …

US Abrams tanks for training Ukrainian forces arrive in Germany ahead of schedule
1 year, 7 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 …

Ukraine prepares for counterattack as Putin makes nuclear threats
1 year, 8 months ago

Ukraine prepares for counterattack as Putin makes nuclear threats

Al Jazeera  

Western battle tanks begin to arrive as Russian forces remain unable to break through Ukrainian defences. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said Russian forces had met “with partial success”. We all believe that they will.” “The key message for us is that the United States of America is not abandoning its plans to transfer generation 4+ …

Ukraine receives Leopard, Challenger battle tanks
1 year, 8 months 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 …

Leopard 2 tanks from Germany reach Ukraine
1 year, 8 months ago

Leopard 2 tanks from Germany reach Ukraine

Firstpost  

Berlin: The 18 Leopard 2 battle tanks pledged by Germany to support Ukraine in its war against Russia have arrived in Ukraine, a security source said on Monday, confirming a report by Spiegel news magazine. Besides the 18 main battle tanks, 40 German Marder infantry fighting vehicles, and two armoured recovery vehicles had also reached Ukraine, the security source said. …

Inside the Leopard 2, the German beer-balancing tank - and why Ukraine desperately wants them
1 year, 10 months ago

Inside the Leopard 2, the German beer-balancing tank - and why Ukraine desperately wants them

The Telegraph  

When Germany’s military wanted to show off the Leopard 2 in 1986, it turned to the traditional jug of beer. With a full stein perched on the end of its gun barrel, the 60-tonne vehicle set off along a forest track, hurtling over the rough terrain without spilling a drop. More than just a party trick, the feat was meant …

A key part of U.S. help with Ukraine’s war effort is made in Ohio
1 year, 10 months 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 …

Polish officials observe training of Ukrainians on new tanks
1 year, 10 months ago

Polish officials observe training of Ukrainians on new tanks

Associated Press  

SWIETOSZOW, Poland — Poland’s president and defense minister met Monday with Polish and foreign instructors intensively training Ukrainian troops to operate the German-made Leopard 2 tanks that some European countries and Canada have offered Kyiv to help fight the Russian invasion. Duda voiced hope the tanks would help Ukrainian forces “in a much more efficient way to defeat the enemy.” …

Germany, Denmark, Netherlands pledge Ukraine Leopard 1 tanks
1 year, 10 months ago

Germany, Denmark, Netherlands pledge Ukraine Leopard 1 tanks

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands announced Tuesday that they plan to provide Ukraine with at least 100 refurbished Leopard 1 battle tanks in the coming months, a pledge that comes as Kyiv anticipates a new Russian offensive around the anniversary of its invasion. In a joint statement, the defense ministers of Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands said …

European countries promise Ukraine more Leopard 1 tanks
1 year, 10 months 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 …

Netherlands, Germany & Denmark buying at least 100 Leopard 1 tanks for Ukraine
1 year, 10 months ago

Netherlands, Germany & Denmark buying at least 100 Leopard 1 tanks for Ukraine

NL Times  

The Netherlands, together with Germany and Denmark, is buying "at least" a hundred Leopard 1-A5 battle tanks for Ukraine. The number of additional tanks available for delivery to Ukraine will depend on how quickly the German military sector can replenish the number of tanks in storage, the Dutch Defense Ministry said. Last month, the German government also agreed to supply …

Leopard 2 | Fire on wheels
1 year, 10 months ago

Leopard 2 | Fire on wheels

The Hindu  

Initially, Germany was apprehensive and reluctant. Chancellor Olaf Scholz was of the view that sending Leopard 2s, his country’s main battle tanks, to Ukraine would escalate the conflict with Russia. On January 25, Germany decided to send the tanks and allow other NATO members to re-export the vehicle to Ukraine in what Kyiv’s western allies think would be a game …

Russia plays down West’s move on tanks, attacks Ukraine anew
1 year, 10 months ago

Russia plays down West’s move on tanks, attacks Ukraine anew

Associated Press  

From Washington to Berlin to Kyiv, a Western decision to send battle tanks to Ukraine was hailed enthusiastically. After weeks of hesitation, Germany said Wednesday it will provide Ukraine with 14 Leopard 2 tanks and allow other allies willing to follow suit to deliver 88 Leopards to form two tank battalions. “It likely means that the Ukrainian military will probably …

Tank deliveries are 'direct involvement' by West in conflict, says Kremlin
1 year, 10 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
1 year, 10 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
1 year, 10 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, …

EXPLAINER: Why the US flipped on sending tanks to Ukraine
1 year, 10 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.” …

Russia vows to ‘burn’ German, US tanks in Ukraine
1 year, 10 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 …

Can Germany's Leopard 2 tanks put Ukraine on the front foot against Russia?
1 year, 10 months ago

Can Germany's Leopard 2 tanks put Ukraine on the front foot against Russia?

ABC  

Germany's decision to provide Ukraine with Leopard 2 tanks has been eagerly welcomed and spawned a new optimism for the success of Ukraine's defence against Russia's invasion. Key points: Germany and its allies aim to provide Ukraine with a total of two battalions of Leopard 2 tanks The donated tanks are newer and have better safety measures than the Soviet-era …

US, Germany to send advanced tanks to aid Ukraine war effort
1 year, 10 months ago

US, Germany to send advanced tanks to aid Ukraine war effort

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Germany and the United States announced Wednesday that they will send advanced battle tanks to Ukraine, offering what one expert called an “armored punching force” to help Kyiv break combat stalemates as the Russian invasion enters its 12th month. “Tanks will help reduce casualties among our soldiers … then gain new results and win this war quicker,” said …

Despite concerns, US to send 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine
1 year, 10 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
1 year, 10 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 …

Explained | The next leg of the Russia-Ukraine war
1 year, 10 months ago

Explained | The next leg of the Russia-Ukraine war

The Hindu  

January 25, 2023 10:48 pm | Updated February 03, 2023 04:45 pm IST The story so far: As Russia’s Ukraine invasion enters its 12th month, all sides are gearing up for a major escalation in the conflict. Earlier this month, London announced that it would provide 14 Challenger 2 battle tanks to Kyiv, while France said it would ship AMX-10RC …

Dutch PM welcomes Germany's green light for Ukraine tanks
1 year, 10 months ago

Dutch PM welcomes Germany's green light for Ukraine tanks

Dutch News  

The Netherlands is prepared to buy tanks it currently leases from Germany and send them to Ukraine, but is also open to other ideas, prime minister Mark Rutte told RTL Nieuws on Wednesday. ‘We could also put the tanks to use in other ways and those discussions are also taking place… we are prepared to take a decision.’ Rutte was …

Dutch PM welcomes Germany's green light for Ukraine tanks
1 year, 10 months ago

Dutch PM welcomes Germany's green light for Ukraine tanks

Dutch News  

The Netherlands is prepared to buy tanks it currently leases from Germany and send them to Ukraine, but is also open to other ideas, prime minister Mark Rutte told RTL Nieuws on Wednesday. ‘We could also put the tanks to use in other ways and those discussions are also taking place… we are prepared to take a decision.’ Rutte was …

Germany finally agrees to provide Ukraine with Leopard tanks, Russia warns of ‘historical responsibility’
1 year, 10 months ago

Germany finally agrees to provide Ukraine with Leopard tanks, Russia warns of ‘historical responsibility’

The Hindu  

After weeks of hesitation that saw growing impatience among Germany's allies, Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced Wednesday that his government would provide Ukraine with Leopard 2 battle tanks and approve requests by other countries to do the same. Mr. Scholz had insisted that any move to provide Ukraine with powerful Leopard 2 tanks would need to be closely coordinated with Germany's …

Furious Russia vows Western vehicles will 'burn' as Germany confirms it will give tanks to Ukraine
1 year, 10 months ago

Furious Russia vows Western vehicles will 'burn' as Germany confirms it will give tanks to Ukraine

Daily Mail  

Russia today warned that Germany's decision to send dozens of modern tanks to Ukraine is 'extremely dangerous' and will 'take the conflict to a new level'. Putin's favourite propagandist Vladimir Solovyov ranted over the tank move which he sees as a significant blow to Putin Putin propagandist Yevgeny Satanovsky, president of the Moscow Institute of the Middle East, said nuclear-tipped …

January 25, 2023 - Russia-Ukraine news
1 year, 10 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
1 year, 11 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
1 year, 11 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 …

Which countries are supplying tanks to Ukraine?
1 year, 11 months ago

Which countries are supplying tanks to Ukraine?

Al Jazeera  

The US, Germany and United Kingdom have pledged to deliver advanced battle tanks to Kyiv – a move Russia warned was ‘extremely dangerous’. Here’s what we know so far: Germany After days of mounting pressure from Ukrainian and Western officials, the German government on Wednesday overcame its apparent reluctance and announced it would supply Ukraine with the highly sought-after Leopard …

Russia scorns Germany for sending Leopard battle tanks to Ukraine
1 year, 11 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 …

Germany to send battle tanks to Ukraine, angering Russia
1 year, 11 months ago

Germany to send battle tanks to Ukraine, angering Russia

Al Jazeera  

After weeks of pressure, Berlin says it will send Leopard 2 tanks and allow re-exports from other nations, stirring fury in the Kremlin. The head of Ukraine’s presidential administration, Andriy Yermak, welcomed the news on social media, saying: “The first step on tanks has been taken … We need a lot of Leopards.” But the Russian embassy in Germany said …

US will send dozens of Abrams tanks to Ukraine, Biden announces
1 year, 11 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 …

U.S. and Germany will send battle tanks to Ukraine
1 year, 11 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
1 year, 11 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 …

GENERAL LORD DANNATT: Germany sending tanks to Ukraine could end this nightmare
1 year, 11 months ago

GENERAL LORD DANNATT: Germany sending tanks to Ukraine could end this nightmare

Daily Mail  

Olaf Scholz’s reported decision to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine could be the moment that finally marks the beginning of the end of this hideous war. As our former prime minister, Boris Johnson, eloquently wrote in these pages yesterday, Germany’s decision on whether or not to authorise the deployment of Leopard 2 tanks was a key stumbling block in …

Zelensky heaps the pressure on the West by saying Ukraine tanks row 'must end with decisions'
1 year, 11 months ago

Zelensky heaps the pressure on the West by saying Ukraine tanks row 'must end with decisions'

Daily Mail  

Volodymyr Zelensky has said discussions on delivering tanks to Ukraine 'must end with decisions' as he piled the pressure on his allies after Germany and the US moved to supply tanks. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has finally decided to send a battalion of sought-after Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, Der Spiegel reported on Tuesday, after weeks of pressure from Ukraine …

Explained: Why is it so difficult for the West to reach an agreement on military aid for Ukraine?
1 year, 11 months ago

Explained: Why is it so difficult for the West to reach an agreement on military aid for Ukraine?

Firstpost  

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has been under tremendous pressure to supply Leopard tanks to Ukraine. The government in Kyiv has long argued it desperately needs them to regain territory seized by Russia in its 2022 invasion, and to protect the rest of Ukraine from the Kremlin’s looming spring offensive. Following earnest discussions between members of NATO’s Ukraine Defence Contact Group …

U.S. expected to send M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, directing a political message to Germany
1 year, 11 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 …

Poland requests German approval to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine
1 year, 11 months ago

Poland requests German approval to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine

CNN  

CNN — Poland has formally asked for approval from Germany to transfer some of its German-made Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, its defense minister said Tuesday, raising the pressure on Berlin to respond to Kyiv’s pleas and send its own shipment of vehicles into the battlefield. This is our common cause, because it is about the security of the whole …

A look at the high-tech Leopard 2 tanks that could soon be sent to Ukraine
1 year, 11 months ago

A look at the high-tech Leopard 2 tanks that could soon be sent to Ukraine

LA Times  

Poland asked the German government for permission to supply the German-made Leopard 2 battle tanks to Ukraine. Over the weekend, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said Berlin would not get in the way if Poland — arguably Ukraine’s most vocal supporter among European Union neighbors — wants to ship Leopard 2 tanks from its arsenal across the border into Ukraine. …

What’s behind Germany’s hesitance over Leopard 2 battle tanks?
1 year, 11 months ago

What’s behind Germany’s hesitance over Leopard 2 battle tanks?

Al Jazeera  

Germany’s chancellor, known to be careful and stubborn, is reluctant to greenlight tanks, but few understand his motives. That step has so far proven too much for Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his allies in the Social Democratic Party, who insist on a careful course, which they say is in step with Germany’s NATO allies, and guided by a sceptical German …

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