Germany Pledges $3.2 Billion in Military Aid to Ukraine
Germany’s incoming chancellor, Friedrich Merz, secured a coalition agreement to provide an additional €3 billion in military aid to Ukraine, boosting total aid to €7 billion. This decision is coupled with a plan to significantly increase Germany’s defense spending, requiring a reform of the “debt brake” rules. The necessary two-thirds parliamentary support has been obtained to approve the budget by March 18th. The aid package includes various weaponry such as air defense systems, howitzers, and drones.
John Q. Hosedrinker