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Germany to pursue arms supplies to Ukraine despite Putin's statements - defense chief.
Putin's latest "initiatives" result in even greater support for Ukraine on the part of Europe, including through the supply of military equipment.
This was stated by Germany’s Defense Minister Christine Lambrecht, who spoke at a joint press conference in Berlin with her French counterpart Sebastien Lecornu, an Ukrinform correspondent reports.
"Our response is really consistent and, most importantly, resolute and joint: there will be no deviations, we will continue to support Ukraine in its courageous struggle in the future," the German minister said.
She noted that thanks to the "ring swap" with a number of countries, Ukraine can quickly receive tanks that can be immediately employed on the battlefield. The politician also recalled of the increase in supplies by Germany of Panzerhaubitze 2000 self-propelled guns and anti-aircraft missiles, and mentioned the upcoming deliveries of air defense systems. It’s air defense and artillery, which Ukraine needs most, she noted.
Lambrecht noted the "huge successes" of the Armed Forces in recent days and weeks, including thanks to the assistance from Germany and France, and how "desperate" Moscow's response was, when partial mobilization was declared and sham "referenda" were announced.
"For us, these referenda will be of no significance as this is the territory of Ukraine and will remain so," the head of the Bundeswehr said.
The minister emphasized that the goal of the allies is to help Ukraine, including with military equipment, in the long term as well. "It's good that we are sending a clear signal: this Putin reaction to Ukraine's successes only encourages us to continue supporting Ukraine," the head of the German Ministry of Defense emphasized.
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"Well-trained and well-armed Armed Forces are the best guarantee of security for Ukraine, but also for us," Lambrecht said, mentioning in this context the projects for the training of Ukrainian soldiers, in which both countries are involved.
The heads of the defense ministries also discussed bilateral cooperation projects, in particular, regarding the German-French brigade, as well as missions in Africa.
Return of 16 Ukrainian children from Russia: Canada to push for thousands more to come home.
Canada has welcomed the release of 16 Ukrainian children forcibly deported to Russia.
Zelensky: Preparing for tomorrow's Ramstein meeting.
During the meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (Ramstein format) to be held on April 26, the discussion will focus on how to overcome the difficulties and problems that have accumulated over the past six months as soon as possible.
Shelling of Udachne in Donetsk region: death toll rises to three, four injured.
In the Donetsk region, in the village of Udachne, the death toll has risen to three, and four people are injured.
Russian invaders fire 17 times in Nikopol district over day, four injured.
Russian invaders attacked the Nikopol district in the Dnipropetrovsk region 17 times during the day, four people were injured.
In frontline, 93 combat engagements took place, most of them in Avdiivka direction.
Over the past day, 93 combat engagements took place at the frontline, with the majority of attacks repelled by the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Avdiivka, Bakhmut, Lyman, and Novopavlivka directions.
Watch Biden's full speech slamming restrictive state abortion laws in Florida.
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Tense moment cops face down pro-Palestinian protesters as riots hit US colleges.
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Israel vows to press ahead with Rafah offensive - DW News.
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