EU countries are about to finalize an agreement to replenish declining stocks of ammunition for Ukraine. We are talking about a 2 billion euro deal, the publication writes about it. Policy.
A deal plan has been rapidly developed in recent weeks in response to calls from Ukraine to supply more ammunition, particularly the much-needed 155mm shells. EU ambassadors will discuss the deal at their meeting on Wednesday, March 15, according to the publication.
The plan has two main elements. First, the EU will spend €1 billion to partially reimburse countries that can donate ammunition immediately from their own stockpiles. Secondly, EU countries are planning to jointly buy new ammunition for 1 billion euros – the idea is that together they can make larger contracts. The joint procurement plan covers not only EU countries but also Norway.
Politico writes that Russia spends between 20,000 and 60,000 rounds per day, while Ukraine fires only 2,000 to 7,000 rounds. countries.
on the eve of bloomberg knowledgeableThe European Union countries have reached a stalemate in transporting the 155 mm shells they need to Kiev.
Former EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell presented Allocate € 1 billion from the so-called European Peace Fund for urgent needs for the supply of ammunition to Ukraine.
At the same time, EU defense ministers acceptance With the need for immediate delivery of artillery ammunition to Kiev from remaining stocks in European warehouses.
France speaks Against countries outside the European Union involved in arms purchases, including Ukraine.