German Defense Ministry Spokesperson Christina Routsey said that German-made Patriot missile systems brought from Slovakia for the NATO summit will not be left in Lithuania. It has been reported DEA News.
“There will be no system left in Lithuania. In all other matters, we are in close communication with our partners in Lithuania.”
But he did not say whether the equipment will return to Slovakia.
Previously reportedHe announced that the US authorities have allocated a new $ 500 million defense aid package to Ukraine. According to the agency, 30 Bradley infantry fighting vehicles (IFV), 25 Stryker armored personnel carriers (APC), Javelin, AT-4 and TOW anti-tank systems, HARM radar missiles, Stinger anti-aircraft systems. Also on the list are additional ammunition for the Patriot anti-aircraft missile system (SAM), the HIMARS multiple launch rocket system and other ammunition, artillery shells and spare parts.
Former US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken declarationWashington will also provide $1.3 billion in financial aid to Kiev.