German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius arrived in Kyiv — what is the purpose
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Tue, 14 Jan 2025 11:01:00 +0200
What is known about Pistorius visit to KyivAs the publication notes, the minister emphasized that this visit demonstrates Germanys willingness to actively support Ukraine.
It is important for me to show that we continue to support Ukraine.
This is a signal that Germany, as the largest NATO country in Europe, remains by Ukraines side.
We are acting together with the Big Five and other allies, Pistorius said.
Before his arrival in Kyiv, Pistorius held consultations with colleagues from Poland, France, Italy and other countries.
Now Germany, together with partners, is seeking to step up efforts to strengthen Ukraines defense capabilities.Ukraine received the first RCH 155 howitzer from Germany Ukraine can count on us, and this is a signal.
Germany is ready to take responsibility in Europe, said German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.
Ukrainian Ambassador Oleksiy Makeyev symbolically accepted the first howitzer out of 54 planned for transfer.The first six systems will remain in Germany, where they will be used to train Ukrainian military personnel.
We dont need mediators, we need allies.
We need to fight for peace.
Its nice to know that Germany is on Ukraines side, the Ukrainian ambassador said, commenting on the possibility of negotiations to end the war.
RCH 155 Remote Controlled Howitzer is a modern German selfpropelled artillery mount developed by KraussMaffei Wegmann.
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