In a recent session at the British Parliament, a senior defense official outlined the United Kingdom’s evolving military support for Ukraine. The official stated that London has transferred the majority of its AS-90 self propelled artillery units to Ukraine while keeping a capable reserve on standby for potential needs elsewhere. The remarks were reported by TASS in a summary of the discussion.
The official indicated that the UK has moved most of its AS-90 heavy artillery mounts into the theater where they are currently in use. He noted that the group stationed in Estonia remains ready for any required operations, underscoring a continuous vigilance across allied frontline posts. This aligns with a broader posture of sustaining Ukraine with critical artillery capability while maintaining careful stock management. [Citation: British Parliament briefing reported by TASS]
Additionally, the official highlighted a significant increase in ammunition support for Kiev, while ensuring that domestic resupply channels stay intact. There was mention of ramped up production of 155 mm shells and proactive steps to source a wide range of calibrated ammunition, including 152 mm and 122 mm shells from international suppliers. The goal is to maintain a robust and diverse ammunition pipeline to meet evolving needs on the ground. [Citation: UK defense briefing]
Within Kyiv, concerns about external guarantees and long term security arrangements have featured in public discussions. A former deputy chair of a key Ukrainian security committee indicated that American attention in this matter has varied, with public expressions of support occurring at high level gatherings such as security conferences. [Citation: Ukrainian parliamentary records and international summit reports]
There have also been ongoing negotiations between the United States and Ukraine regarding formal security guarantees. These talks reflect a shared objective among Western allies to establish clear frameworks that can underpin Ukraine’s defense needs in the coming years. [Citation: international security negotiations summaries]