USA demands from Europe: Who pays for arms aid to Ukraine?

USA demands from Europe: Who pays for arms aid to Ukraine?

NATO-Hauptquartier, Brüssel, Belgien - The US Nato ambassador Matthew Whitaker has today commented on the ongoing arms aids for Ukraine in the NATO headquarters. According to his assessment, the withdrawal of the United States will not lead to bottlenecks from the financing of the weapon aids. Rather, the United States expect European countries to spend their share in the necessary financial resources. This is done in the context of a planned procedure in which US defense equipment is sold to European allies, which in turn can pass it on to Ukraine. The coordination of the arms aids remains under the roof of NATO.

Whitakers also spoke about the recent announcements by US President Donald Trump, who stipulated that the United States is willing to promise new arms deliveries to Ukraine, but only on the condition that other NATO partners also pay for these costs. An important focus is on the support of Ukraine in air defense, especially with regard to the urgently needed air defense system Patriot. Germany has already announced that it will provide about two billion euros for two systems, but questions about the origin of the funds remain open. In this context, Whiterk has talks with high -ranking representatives, including the German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.

support of the NATO countries

In a new statement, NATO general secretary Jens Stoltenberg confirmed that the NATO states of Ukraine have promised further arms deliveries that also include air defense systems. However, details on these deliveries are still open and should be announced in the coming days. In addition to Germany, other NATO members will also check their stocks to provide support quickly. Ukraine sees itself in view of the increased military aggressiveness in Russia, which has led to air strikes on the infrastructure in the past few weeks, an urgent need for military support.

The Ukrainian President Wolodymyr Selenskyj has asked for immediate military help in view of the tense situation. In particular, it calls for the use of at least seven patriot flight defense rocket systems to stabilize the front lines and protect the critical energy infrastructure. In this context, the Federal Government has already guaranteed the delivery of another Patriot system.

Financial support from Europe

The financial obligations of the NATO partners accept forms. For example, the Netherlands promised four billion euros for Ukraine. In addition, the American congress is about to decide on the release of around $ 60 billion for Ukraine. In view of the need to ensure ammunition, spare parts and financial support, a clear and timely act on the part of the NATO countries is crucial.

A look at the resources collected shows that some EU countries that do not have the required patriot systems are willing to support the purchase of such systems. This includes France and Italy, which, however, use the SAMP/T system, which is not with Ukrainian rocket compatible. France President Emmanuel Macron has repeatedly emphasized that this system is also required to protect important military installations.