Germany has delivered three MARS2 multiple-launch rocket launchers from its army stockpiles, as well as five Gepard self-propelled anti-aircraft guns and three 2000 self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine, German Defense Minister Christine Lambrecht said on Tuesday. 26).
“The promised MARS2 multiple rocket launchers and another three 2000 self-propelled howitzers have been delivered. We keep our word,” Lambrecht said.
The Ukrainian president’s chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, acknowledged receipt of the weapons and said they would be sent to the front lines.
“MLRS Mars II has already been transferred to Ukraine by our German allies. The Russians will have fire,” Yermak posted on Telegram.
Lambrecht also said that Germany will accelerate the pace at which heavy weapons are delivered to Ukraine, a spokesman for the German Defense Ministry said.
In total, Ukraine will receive 30 Gepard systems from the industry with around 60,000 rounds of ammunition mainly from the Bundeswehr, according to the spokesperson. In all, ten 2000 self-propelled howitzers will also come from Bundeswehr stock.
Ukrainian forces will also receive an artillery tracking radar, due for delivery in September.
“The contract has already been signed, now the training of Ukrainian soldiers in this highly complex system begins,” Lambrecht said.
Source: CNN Brasil
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