The US is preparing to announce a major military aid package for Ukraine this Friday. Senior military leaders from around the world are gathering in Germany to discuss how to help Kiev in its fight against Russia
The United States is preparing to announce extensive military aid to Ukraine this Friday. Senior military leaders from around the world are coming to Germany to discuss how to help Ukraine in its fight against Russia, according to three American officials and another person who spoke to the Politico website. According to the report, the package will include Artillery, ammunition and armor, including Stryker armored vehicles – the US is not expected to give the American M1 Abrams tanks.
“The Biden administration currently has no plans to give away the Abrams tanks,” several sources said. The reluctance stems from the logistical and maintenance challenges of the tanks, and not from a fear that their transfer could escalate the conflict, said one of the American officials. This person noted that the US has helped Ukraine obtain Soviet-era tanks and supports the British decision to send 14 Challenger 2 tanks.
The package also would not include the military’s long-range tactical missile system that could reach Moscow, according to two of the people. The Biden administration has refrained from sending long-range weapons, despite Kyiv’s pleas, for fear of provoking Russian President Vladimir Putin.
According to the report, this package will not include the long-range missiles that can reach Moscow. The Biden administration has refrained from sending long-range weapons, despite Zelensky’s pleas, for fear of provoking Russian President Vladimir Putin.
“We believe that the supply of modern tanks will significantly help the ability of the Ukrainians to fight where they are now fighting and to fight more effectively,” National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters, referring to European tanks. He refused to comment on any expected aid package from the US.