In his recent statements, US President Donald Trump emphasized how seriously he means his ultimatum to Moscow. “If we have no agreement at the end of the 50 days, this will end badly.” He also explained that the first of the promised Patriot Flight Defense Systems was “on the way to Ukraine”.
“They are from Germany,” Trump said Tuesday (local time) for journalists in Washington, without explaining this in more detail. After his announcement on Monday, he had not spoken with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. However, an agreement for a cessation -the fire could be faster than in 50 days. He opened whether there are conversations to negotiate an agreement with Russia.
Trump: no long -distance -weapons
On Monday, Trump had announced a harder corridor in Russia because of the war in Ukraine, which had been going on for more than three years now, and Kiev promised new rockets and other weapons – but not long rockets, as emphasized. In addition, the 79-year-old head of Moscow set up a period of 50 days for permission for a ceasefire. Otherwise, sanctions would come into effect.
The announcement caused hectic activities among European government officials. You are now trying to find out how the plan can be implemented and arms deliveries can be guaranteed. There are still many open questions. “My clear feeling is that no one was aware of the exact details in advance,” said a European ambassador. NATO announced that the arms deliveries were coordinated via NATO Ukraine command in Wiesbaden, which is responsible for the coordination of Western military aid for Kiev.
Which countries send what? Many still unclear
The crucial question remains which countries give their patriot systems. In addition to Germany, Greece, the Netherlands and Spain are considered good candidates. Some of these countries, in particular Greece and Spain, have opposed the submission of their systems so far. They claim that they are essential for their own defense. During his meeting with Trump, NATO boss Mark Rutte called six countries that were ready for participation: Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, the Netherlands and Canada.
The US government is now investigating the shares of NATO partners and is trying to move them to a levy. The exchange does not necessarily have to be a direct purchase, said from American government circles. For example, a country can give its place in the queue for new American weapons or deliver ammunition to Ukraine and receive supplies earlier in exchange. Trump is directly involved in the negotiations, which have been vague so far, it said. “Until now, people have said,” We can help, “said a government representative.” We do not yet know what that means. “
Source: Krone
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