Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorius called for firm US assurances that replacement Patriot anti-missile systems would be provided quickly if two units are sent to Ukraine. He stated that European NATO members need guarantees that American-made systems will be replaced within six to eight months. Germany plans to finance two systems, while other NATO allies are willing to finance three more. Concerns are rising about sending systems from existing stocks and maintaining NATO security requirements amidst ongoing talks on system availability among European countries.
Germany needs firm US assurances that it will quickly receive replacement Patriot anti-missile systems if it sends two of its own units to Ukraine, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius stated. He emphasized that European NATO members require "watertight" guarantees that any American-made Patriot air-defense systems sent to Ukraine will be replaced within about six to eight months. The urgent nature of these assurances reflects concerns about maintaining NATO's security posture amidst ongoing conflicts in Ukraine.
Pistorius expressed that it is crucial for countries transferring systems to continue meeting their NATO requirements, stressing the importance of avoiding any security gaps for NATO. There is a collaborative effort among NATO allies to finance Patriot systems, highlighting that several countries have expressed willingness to support this initiative. However, no definitive decision has been reached regarding which country will ultimately supply these systems to Ukraine.
Germany has committed to financing two Patriot systems for Ukraine, while other NATO countries are exploring funding for additional systems. Despite the readiness to support Ukraine with Patriot air-defense systems, concerns linger as the US requires that European partners initially send systems from their own stockpiles before receiving replacements, complicating logistical and security considerations within NATO.
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