German defense minister arrives in Odesa, announces $542 million aid package for Ukraine
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Key FactsGerman Defense Minister Visits Odesa, Announces $542 Million Aid Package for Ukraine
May 30, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kyivindependent.com
- German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced a new military aid package for Ukraine worth 500 million euros ($542 million) during an unannounced visit to Odessa.
- The package includes ammunition for Iris-T air defense systems, SLS missiles, reconnaissance drones, small arms ammunition, Leopard 1 tanks, and Marder armored vehicles.
- Berlin will also send spare parts for artillery systems and Leopard tanks to Ukraine, as stated by Pistorius.
- During a meeting with the Ukrainian defense minister Rustem Umerov, Pistorius emphasized Germany's continued support for Ukraine in its defensive struggle.
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