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January 19, 02:12 PM • 17149 viewsJanuary 19, 08:40 AM • 32633 viewsJanuary 17, 07:26 AM • 44997 viewsEU Commissioner Andrius Kubilius calls on Lithuania and the Baltic states to create a drone shield and establish mass production of drones after a Russian "Gerbera" drone flew into Lithuanian territory. He emphasizes the need to train specialists for rapid drone production.
Germany has asked the administration of US President Donald Trump to provide Ukraine with two more Patriot missile batteries. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius discussed this issue with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
Germany will transfer Patriot air defense batteries to Ukraine and purchase replacements from the USA. The delivery of weapons may take months, despite Zelenskyy's calls.
US President Donald Trump announced the preparation for the supply of 17 Patriot systems to Ukraine, which will begin arriving in the near future. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte noted that the German Minister of Defense will meet with the US Secretary of Defense regarding Patriots for Ukraine.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated the readiness of the German military to defend NATO's eastern flank, particularly Lithuania, from a possible Russian attack. Germany has already realized the need for rearmament and increased defense spending.
European partners will contribute to the purchase of Patriot systems for Ukraine, while NATO will not be directly involved. Germany and Norway are discussing funding for several systems, awaiting US approval.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that the country will not supply long-range Taurus missiles to Ukraine to avoid depleting its own stocks. Berlin has already transferred three out of twelve Patriot systems to Kyiv and will ask the US for permission to purchase two more for Ukraine.
Germany is discussing the purchase of up to 1,000 Leopard 2 tanks and 2,500 GTK Boxer armored vehicles worth 25 billion euros. This is part of a plan to form six NATO brigades and transform the Bundeswehr into the strongest army in Europe.
Ukraine had 225 air defense systems in 1992, and by 2019, only about 60 remained. Partners have transferred about 100 air defense missile systems to Ukraine, but the country has lost 171 systems.
Germany appealed to European partners with a request to review their air defense stocks and transfer surplus systems to Ukraine. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul announced a joint letter to European countries.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul confirmed Germany's continued participation in strengthening Ukraine's air defense. Germany will also provide 9 billion euros and finance long-range weapons.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stressed the importance of the United States as a partner in resolving the war of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. He said that they are working to ensure that Washington does not change its position.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that Germany is not considering transferring Taurus long-range missiles to Ukraine. Zelensky stated that the issue of Taurus missiles is of great importance.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that the country will participate in the financing of long-range weapons for Ukraine and will provide 9 billion euros in aid. Part of the funds will go to the purchase of necessary materials for the Armed Forces.
Zelenskyy announced additional investments in weapons production in Ukraine and Germany. In particular, it concerns the production of drones and missiles to enhance long-range capabilities.
General Ingo Gerhartz has taken over the NATO headquarters in Brunssum, replacing Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta. He will lead the defense of NATO's eastern flank, which stretches for 4,000 km.
Boris Pistorius condemned the latest Russian strikes on Ukraine and stressed Germany's commitment to support. Germany is the second largest supplier of military aid to Ukraine.
The German Defense Minister stated that the country needs to increase its armed forces by 60,000 troops. NATO countries have pledged to increase defense spending.
The German Defense Minister stressed the importance of supporting Ukraine in the war, noting that peace is possible only on the conditions of its freedom and sovereignty. Russia is defeated because Ukrainians are defending their land.
The 28th meeting of the Contact Group on the Defense of Ukraine has begun in Brussels. For the first time in 3 years, the head of the Pentagon is not participating.
The head of the Bundeswehr Association stated that Germany needs up to 260,000 soldiers for NATO's defense needs. The Bundeswehr currently has about 181,500 soldiers.
A contract has been signed with Diehl Defence for the production of IRIS-T systems and missiles for them. Germany will finance the purchase of Ukrainian long-range equipment and medical equipment.
Germany will allocate 5 billion euros for military assistance to Ukraine. An agreement has been signed on financing long-range weapons produced in Ukraine, and a contract regarding the defense industry complex.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius allows the Bundeswehr to participate in peacekeeping forces in Ukraine if there is an international mandate and a ceasefire. The decision will be made on collective defense.
Germany is increasing its military presence in Lithuania, expanding its tank brigade to 5,000 troops by 2027. This is a response to Russian aggression and the strengthening of NATO's eastern flank.
The German Defense Minister stated that Trump mistakenly assessed his influence on Putin. Negotiations did not yield results, the EU is preparing new sanctions against the Russian Federation.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said that Russian President Putin is trying to buy time, and the Kremlin's intentions should be assessed by actions. The statements of the Russian Federation have not yet been supported by evidence.
The negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul had signs of theatricality, where each side promoted its own narratives. Sky News notes that the Russian Federation seeks to show readiness for diplomacy, but does not make concessions.
British Defense Minister John Healey has admitted the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine. He made the statement following a meeting with colleagues in Rome, but did not provide details.
A Russian reconnaissance aircraft monitored German troops during the Iron Wolf exercises in Lithuania. This confirms the threat from Moscow and the need to strengthen counterintelligence.
