Ukraine updates: Russia shot surrendering troops, says Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has underlined the significance of German help in bolstering Ukraine’s air protection within the battle with Russia.
In his nightly video deal with, Zelenskyy stated Berlin’s arms deliveries have been proving a “lifesaver” for hundreds of Ukrainians.
“I am especially grateful for the precise implementation of agreements regarding air defense for Ukraine — strengthening our air shield,” he stated.
Zelenskyy added that urgently wanted 155 millimeter shells could be delivered as a part of a brand new German help package deal.
According to the German authorities, Germany supplied Kyiv with 3,840 such projectiles in its most up-to-date supply. It additionally delivered 5 drone detection programs, 5 sniper rifles, a number of semi-trailers, vans, minibuses, off-road automobiles and different navy provides.
Besides supporting Kyiv with arms deliveries, Germany can also be coaching Ukrainian troopers. On Saturday, Germany’s DPA information company reported that the German navy had accomplished coaching a second batch of Ukrainian troopers on the Patriot air protection system.
nm/wd (Reuters, AP, AFP, dpa)
