Zelensky’s assertion that Israel made a mistake by withholding significant military support for Ukraine stems from his perspective of needing all possible aid to defend his country. He’s understandably focused on securing assistance from any nation willing to provide it, tailoring his approach to resonate with each country’s unique circumstances and concerns.
This approach is completely understandable given the immense pressure he’s under. The situation, however, is far more complex than simply sending arms. Israel faces a precarious geopolitical situation, bordering nations like Syria and Iran, which are either directly or indirectly supported by Russia. Any move perceived as overtly supporting Ukraine could have serious ramifications for Israel’s own security.… Continue reading
Germany’s latest military aid package to Ukraine includes heavy weaponry such as Panzerhaubitze 2000 howitzers and Gepard anti-aircraft guns, along with significant ammunition supplies and various vehicles. This delivery builds upon Germany’s substantial contributions, making it the second largest military supplier to Ukraine after the U.S. However, planned military aid will be halved in 2025 to €4 billion, despite the current €8 billion allocation for 2024. This reduction comes amid political uncertainty and despite the U.S. allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles, Germany continues to refrain from providing its own Taurus missiles.
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The EU will allocate €1.4 billion from seized Russian assets to fund military equipment for Ukraine, with delivery expected by the end of 2024, followed by an additional €1.9 billion in early 2025. This initiative follows the near-completion of a separate EU program providing Ukraine with 1 million artillery shells. Furthermore, the EU plans a €35 billion loan to Ukraine, with repayment sourced from future revenue generated from frozen Russian assets. Despite Hungarian opposition to some EU military aid initiatives, this significant funding demonstrates continued international support for Ukraine’s defense.
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