Germany to increase arms supplies to Ukraine – Ambassador Makeiev

Germany understands Ukraine's needs for weapons and will increase its supplies.

Ukraine's Ambassador to Germany Oleksii Makeiev stated this in an interview with Germany's Die Welt newspaper, Ukrinform reports.

“We have been assured in direct talks of more weapons and ammunition," the ambassador said.

However, he did not specify the types of weapons, explaining that he does not want to put diplomatic pressure on the federal government, although he called on Germany to speed up the planned deliveries.

"Since we don't have time to wait for more weapons," the diplomat emphasized. He noted that in addition to the first Iris-T air defense system, which is working perfectly, the Ukrainian forces need more air defense systems, self-propelled howitzers, Gepard systems and ammunition. In addition, Makeiev said that negotiations continue regarding possible supplies of Marder IFVs and Leopard tanks. However, the final decision on this must be approved by the German government, he added.

"We expect the government to respond more promptly to our proposals and requests. I already see positive dynamics here," the ambassador said.

Germany is currently the largest arms and humanitarian aid supplier to Ukraine in the EU.

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