According to military circles, the Leopard is really effective in combination with armored personnel carriers, howitzers, air defense systems and infantrymen.
(Photo: dpa)
Brussels, Riga, Berlin In the past few days, the discussion about the supply of main battle tanks to Ukraine has intensified. According to the debate, whether or not Kiev’s armed forces can hold their own against Russia seems to depend on exports. The discussion focuses on Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD), who is hesitant to hand over Leopard 2 tanks.
The vehicle is one of the most powerful main battle tanks in the world and is available in large numbers because it is a standard weapon for land armies in many NATO countries. According to high-ranking military officials, the Leopard 2 would not necessarily turn the tide in the war.
Rather, many factors are decisive for its further course. From the point of view of the German military, the training of the armed forces is very important. Should Ukraine receive Leopard tanks, soldiers would need to be trained on the weapon.
Read on now
Get access to this and every other article in the
Web and in our app free of charge for 4 weeks.
Continue
Read on now
Get access to this and every other article in the
Web and in our app free of charge for 4 weeks.
Continue