This operation underscores Germany's commitment to supporting Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression.
Key Highlights
- Timing: The aid was sent almost secretly at the end of June and the beginning of July.
- Total Tanks Delivered: 39 tanks, including Leopard 1A5 battle tanks and Marder infantry fighting vehicles.
Details of the Military Aid
- Leopard 1A5 Battle Tanks: 10 units delivered last week, bringing the total number of refurbished Leopard 1s provided by Germany to 50.
- Marder Infantry Fighting Vehicles: 20 units delivered last week, increasing the total supplied by Germany to 120.
- Additional Vehicles:
- 2 Biber bridge-laying tanks
- 2 Dachs engineering tanks
- 2 evacuation tanks
- 4 Wisent 1 demining tanks
Ammunition and Air Defense Systems
- Ammunition: Supplies for both Leopard 1 and Marder vehicles.
- IRIS-T Systems:
- 1 IRIS-T SLM air defense system (total now 4)
- 1 IRIS-T SLS air defense system (total now 2)
HIMARS Systems
- HIMARS: Three HIMARS multiple rocket launcher systems were included in the delivery. Although the Bundeswehr does not have HIMARS, it previously transferred four similar rocket launcher systems to Ukraine.
Germany's Commitment to Ukraine Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Germany has emerged as a leading European provider of military aid to Ukraine. Berlin has supplied a diverse array of weapons, including:
- Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems
- Advanced Leopard 2 tanks
- PzH 2000 self-propelled artillery
Recently, media reports indicated that Germany plans to provide Ukraine with a new military aid package worth 500 million euros.
Conclusion Germany's discreet transfer of a substantial batch of military aid to Ukraine highlights its unwavering support for Ukraine's defense efforts. The continuous supply of advanced weaponry and systems not only enhances Ukraine's military capabilities but also reinforces the international commitment to countering Russian aggression.
