The UK and Germany are spearheading a 50-day campaign to rapidly increase military aid to Ukraine, following former US President Donald Trump’s ultimatum giving Russia 50 days to end the war or face harsher consequences.
At the latest Ramstein-format meeting, 52 countries participated online to coordinate support, with the UK and Germany pledging new air defense systems, 220,000 Gepard anti-aircraft shells, and significant funding for drones. The initiative aims to strengthen Ukraine’s defenses and pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin into negotiations. The UK is also considering joining a US-led plan to supply additional weapons, including Patriot missile systems.
This coordinated effort marks a critical moment as Western allies seek to unify their strategy and maximize support for Ukraine.
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