Its president Ukrainian, Volodymyr Zelenskyappeared satisfied with EU and US announcements of further military aid to his country to cope with war with Russia.
“It is an important strategic step, one that gives us confidence, underlines the unity we have with our partners and brings us closer to the inevitable victory over the terrorist state of Russia.”Mr. Zelensky reported for the decision of the European Union to speed up the delivery of ammunition, with a total value of two billion euros.
At the same time, he thanked the US and US President Joe Biden for the new $350 million military aid package which includes ammunition for the HIMARS systems, among others.
Soltz: “The armed conflict will not end soon”
Meanwhile, the Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Solzdiscounted yesterday Monday (20/3) that the war launched by Russia against Ukraine on February 24, 2022 will not end soon.
“We have to prepare for the possibility that it will take a long time”Mr. Soltz emphasized during an event organized by the Rheinische Post newspaper in Dusseldorf.
“Even after the war is over, everything will not be back to normal right away. But we must not stop our efforts to guarantee that the war will end.”added the German leader.
He also said he does not believe in the idea of toppling leaders like Russian President Vladimir Putin by force from abroad. US President Joe Biden – Mr. Scholz said – assured him that he does not seek such a thing. “I support the American president on this”the chancellor said.
It is not possible for Russia to dictate the terms of peace in the country it has invaded, Mr. Soltz added. “Ukraine must be able to defend its integrity and independence”.
Norway delivered 8 Leopard-2 heavy tanks
On her part, Norway delivered eight German-made Leopard-2 heavy tanks to Ukraine’s armed forces to help them prevent Russia’s military advance, the general staff in Oslo said.
The tanks are now on Ukrainian soil and ready to be deployed, according to the same source.
“For Ukraine, the tank donation will be critical to its ability to conduct offensive operations and recapture territory held by Russia”said Lt. Col. Lars Jensen.
In February, Norway announced that it would donate eight of its 36 Leopard-2s, which are of the older 2A4 type, to Ukraine. He clarified that he would also donate four escort vehicles, ammunition and spare parts.
Source: News Beast
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