Ukraine continues to hope for Taurus
While the German side is trying to bury public discussions about a possible Taurus KEPD-350 delivery, Ukrainian government officials have repeatedly stated publicly that talks on the subject are still ongoing.
Belgium contributes €140 million & A400M to German EAAD initiative
Just like last year, Belgium will once again participate extensively in the German EAAD initiative and support Ukraine with funding and logistical assistance.
Norway participates again in German air defence initiative
A spokeswoman for the Norwegian Ministry of Defence told me that Norway has provided “significant funding” for the German EAAD initiative. While the exact details are still being kept secret in Norway, the German Ministry of Defence is shedding some light on the situation.
Confirmed: Germany has delivered the seventh IRIS-T SLM fire unit to Ukraine
According to a Ukrainian military unit, the German government recently delivered another IRIS-T SLM fire unit to Ukraine. According to the Air Force unit stationed in western Ukraine, the first deployment against Russian cruise missiles broke an old record and thus fulfilled all expectations.
RCH 155 deployment in Ukraine once again delayed
As a publication on the Bundeswehr website shows, the deployment of the RCH 155 in Ukraine now appears to have been significantly delayed for the second time.
Germany pledges massive €5 billion military aid package
During the Ukrainian president's visit to Germany, a massive €5 billion military aid package was announced. As the large sum of money already indicates, the package has one or two surprises up its sleeve.
What Merz must deliver to Ukraine in 2025 to keep German promises
It remains to be seen whether Friedrich Merz as the new German Chancellor will actually support Ukraine with more military aid than Olaf Scholz. First, however, he must honour commitments for 2025 that were made publicly by the previous German government.
German government keeps providing information on arms deliveries to Ukraine
A spokesperson for the German Ministry of Defence announced at today's government press conference that the German government will continue to provide information on arms deliveries to Ukraine. However, certain details will not be disclosed in the future.
NYT: Talks are underway concerning the delivery of another Patriot fire unit
According to a New York Times report, talks are underway concerning the delivery of another Patriot fire unit from Bundeswehr stocks to Ukraine. A recent statement by the German Minister of Defence shows that there may indeed be some truth to the report.
False advertisement: German Ministry of Defence corrects newest Ukraine aid package
For the first time in a long time, the German Ministry of Defence announced a new comprehensive military aid package in support of Ukraine last Friday. One week later, it now changed the online communication regarding the package to address a communication faux pas.
