Will Leopard 2 tanks actually boost Ukraine’s battlefield chances?
Success or failure will depend on extensive training and a plentiful flow of western arms and ammunition
| Date: | Jan. 25, 2023 8:25 AM ET |
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Russia-Ukraine war live: Germany to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, reports say
Media reports say German chancellor Olaf Scholz has decided to send the vehicles and allow other countries to send their German-made tanksRussia-Ukraine war at a glanceUkraine’s state broadcaster Suspilne has posted the following summary update
Jan. 24, 2023 - The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
'Toothless' Leopards and 'battered' Abrams: Russian TV mocks Nato tanks promised to Ukraine – video
Russian state TV reacted with acerbic putdowns on Wednesday to the news that the US and Germany had finally agreed to send tanks to Ukraine. The Rossiya-24 TV channel broadcast a series of mocking stories.
Jan. 26, 2023 - The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
Sending Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine will come as a blow to the Kremlin
Germany confirmed it will send a long-demanded contingent of Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine in a major sign of support for Kyiv that will be matched by the United States.
Jan. 25, 2023 - CNN.com - RSS Channel - HP Hero - Top stories - Ukraine -
Germany to send Leopard tanks to Ukraine
The German government has confirmed it will provide Ukraine with Leopard 2 battle tanks and approve requests by other countries to do the same. (Jan.
Jan. 25, 2023 - GANNETT Syndication Service - Top stories - Ukraine -
Why Germany delayed sending Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine
Chancellor Olaf Scholz's indecision has earned him criticism both nationally and internationally.
Jan. 25, 2023 - BBC News - Home - Top stories - Ukraine -
Germany announces it will supply Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine
Olaf Scholz confirms decision after weeks of pressure, with Berlin providing 14 tanks and allowing partners to re-export othersRussia-Ukraine war – latest news updatesGermany has confirmed it will make 14 Leopard 2A6 tanks available for
Jan. 25, 2023 - The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
Leopard 2 tanks: what are they and why does Ukraine want them?
The German-manufactured tank first came into service in 1979 and has been in wide service in EuropeRussia-Ukraine war – latest news updatesThe Leopard 2 is a German-manufactured main battle tank with a range of about 500km (311 miles).
Jan. 25, 2023 - The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
Germany U-turns over battle tanks, saying it will send Leopard 2s to Ukraine
Germany announced it is ready to send 14 its own tanks to Ukraine and to allow others to do so, in an U-turn from its previous position.
Jan. 25, 2023 - US Top News and Analysis - Business - Ukraine -
Germany set to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, Der Spiegel reports
• UK volunteers killed in eastern Ukraine while helping with humanitarian evacuation, family says • US finalizing plans to send Abrams tanks to Ukraine, US officials say • Zelensky shakes up Ukrainian government amid growing corruption scandal
Jan. 24, 2023 - CNN.com - RSS Channel - HP Hero - Top stories - Ukraine -
Berlin plans to send German Leopard tanks to Ukraine, according to reports
Germany will send its 2A6 battle tanks in conjunction with other countries such as Finland, Sweden and Poland, say reports citing government sourcesBerlin has reportedly succumbed to huge international and domestic pressure and is set to
Jan. 24, 2023 - The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
Tanks for Ukraine: Polish PM urges German bravery on Leopard 2 decision
He tells the BBC that Germany has a "special responsibility", having spent so much on Russian gas.
Jan. 24, 2023 - BBC News - Home - Top stories - Germany -
Poland asks Germany’s permission to send its Leopard tanks to Ukraine.
Germany says it will decide shortly on whether to send advanced tanks to Kyiv, which has been pleading for such equipment for months.
Jan. 24, 2023 - NYT > World News - World - Ukraine -
Poland requests German permission to send Leopard tanks to Ukraine
German defence minister says he expects quick response, as application increases pressure on chancellor Olaf ScholzRussia-Ukraine war: latest updatesThe Polish government has requested Berlin’s permission to send its Leopard tanks to Ukraine
Jan. 24, 2023 - The Guardian - World - Germany -
Germany Says It Will Make a Decision Soon on Sending Leopard 2 Tanks to Ukraine
Kyiv has been pleading for months for hundreds of modern battle tanks to reinforce its battered Soviet-era fleet.
Jan. 24, 2023 - NYT > Top Stories - Top stories - Ukraine -
Russia-Ukraine war live: Germany ‘not blocking export of Leopard tanks’, says EU foreign policy chief
Josep Borrell says Berlin won’t block countries from exporting tanks; EU approves €500m military aid for UkraineWhat we know on day 334 of the invasionRussian secret service the SVR has claimed that Ukraine is storing weapons and
Jan. 23, 2023 - The Guardian - World -
Ukraine war: Germany won't block export of its Leopard 2 tanks, foreign minister says
The country has been under increasing international pressure to send its Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine.
Jan. 23, 2023 - BBC News - Home - Top stories - Ukraine -
German indecision on Leopard 2 tanks a 'disappointment,' Ukraine's deputy foreign minister says
Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Andriy Melnyk has expressed frustration in an interview with CNN over Germany's indecision over whether to send its Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine.
Jan. 21, 2023 - CNN.com - RSS Channel - HP Hero - Top stories - Germany -
Ukraine’s Allies Fail to Agree on Sending German-Made Leopard Tanks
Officials tried to play down the rift. But Germany is still insisting it will not be the country to take the first step alone, for fear of incurring Moscow’s wrath.
Jan. 20, 2023 - NYT > World News - World - Ukraine -
Ukraine’s Allies Fail to Agree on Sending German-Made Leopard Tanks
Officials tried to play down the rift. But Germany is still insisting it will not be the country to take the first step alone, for fear of incurring Moscow’s wrath.
Jan. 20, 2023 - NYT > Top Stories - Top stories - Ukraine -
Leopard 2 tanks: what are they and why does Ukraine want them?
The German-manufactured tank first came into service in 1979 and has been in wide service in EuropeRussia-Ukraine war – latest news updatesThe Leopard 2 is a German-manufactured main battle tank with a range of about 500km (311 miles).
Jan. 20, 2023 - The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
What Is the Leopard 2 Tank, and How Could It Help Ukraine?
One of the world’s leading battle tanks, the German-made Leopard 2 has sophisticated targeting capabilities, even in rough terrain.
Jan. 20, 2023 - NYT > Top Stories - Top stories - Ukraine -
What Is the Leopard 2 Tank, and How Could It Help Ukraine?
One of the world’s leading battle tanks, the German-made Leopard 2 has sophisticated targeting capabilities, even in rough terrain.
Jan. 20, 2023 - NYT > World News - World - Ukraine -
Poland could send Leopard tanks to Ukraine without German approval
Polish prime minister says key issue is to get military aid to Ukraine urgently, as US unveils fresh $2.5bn aid package including fighting vehicles but not tanksRussia-Ukraine war – latest news updatesThe Polish prime minister has said his
Jan. 19, 2023 - The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
Germany facing pressure to approve leopard tanks for Ukraine
The Biden administration on Thursday announced a roughly $2.5 billion aid package for Ukraine, which included more armored vehicles, but no tanks.
Jan. 19, 2023 - Home - CBSNews.com - Top stories - Ukraine -
Germany facing pressure to approve leopard tanks for Ukraine
The Biden administration on Thursday announced a roughly $2.5 billion aid package for Ukraine, which included more armored vehicles, but no tanks.
Jan. 19, 2023 - World - CBSNews.com - World - Ukraine