Poland delivers first Leopard 2 tank to Ukraine

February 24 (United Press International) — The Polish government confirmed on Friday that it had delivered the first round of advanced German Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine On the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of the country, it made good on a promise to help strengthen Kiev’s defenses.

polish secretary of state peter müller confirmed on twitter On Friday, the tanks were delivered to the Ukrainians.

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Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki to Kyiv on Friday he met with the president of ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky.

“On the anniversary of Russia’s horrific attacks on Ukraine, I’m in Kiev to send a clear message of continued support for Ukraine,” Morawiecki tweeted.

Morawiecki joined Zelensky in a news conference that more tanks would arrive in Ukraine “within a few days.”

“Poland and Europe stand with you,” he said. “We will never leave you, we will support Ukraine until the complete victory over Russia.”

Morawiecki last month said He is seeking Berlin’s approval to send some of his Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, but has warned that even without approval, he would send a total of 14 because Kiev desperately needs them.

Sweden’s government says it’s also adding Panther tanks to its package Help for Ukraine, but did not say how much. The Swedes said they would send additional “air defense components”.

Last month, the President of the United States joe biden pentagon says will send 31 Its advanced Abrams tanks are being shipped to Ukraine for defense, along with parts, but deliveries can take up to six months as Ukrainian soldiers train in more advanced tanks.

The UK has also committed 14 Challenger 2 tanks, while Germany will provide 14 Leopard 2 tanks and Spain will provide 6 Leopard 2 tanks.