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Greece, Spain will refuse to send Ukraine air defense systems

As I read about the recent news that Greece and Spain will refuse to send air defense systems to Ukraine, I find myself torn between understanding the rationale behind their decisions and feeling disappointed by the lack of solidarity with a country in need. The reasons given for Greece’s hesitation, particularly concerning their complex relationship with Turkey, do make some sense. With Turkey as their neighbor, it is crucial for Greece to maintain its own air defense capabilities to deal with potential threats.

On the other hand, Spain’s decision to only send missiles for Patriot systems without the launchers raises questions.… Continue reading