Germany to Significantly Expand Military Aid to Ukraine

Germany to Expand Military Support for Ukraine: Scholz Announces Starlink Funding and Long-Range Weapons Deal Germany has pledged to significantly increase its military support for Ukraine, Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced following a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The expanded support includes financial backing for a substantial portion of Ukraine's Starlink satellite internet access, ensuring continued communication and operational capabilities. Furthermore, a deal has been signed for the procurement of Ukrainian-made long-range weapons systems, known as "Long Range Fires." This marks a major escalation in military aid, as Scholz emphasized that there will be "no range restrictions," enabling Ukraine to target military objectives outside its own territory. "We will continue and expand our military support so that Ukraine can continue to defend itself against Russian aggression, both now and in the future," Scholz stated. The agreement is seen as a significant step towards a new form of military-industrial cooperation between Germany and Ukraine, with the potential to reshape the conflict. The agreement on long-range weapons, Scholz highlighted, represents a new form of military-industrial cooperation between Germany and Ukraine, one that holds immense potential for future collaboration. This strategic partnership underscores Germany's commitment to supporting Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression and reflects a growing international effort to provide Ukraine with the necessary tools to defend itself.