Germany doubles its military aid to Ukraine in 2024
Illustrative photo: Germany increases military aid to Ukraine (Getty Images)
Germany doubles arms exports to Ukraine in 2024 compared to the previous year. At the same time, German arms supplies to Israel have decreased, Reuters reports.
According to the German Ministry of Economics, in 2023, Germany provided Ukraine with weapons worth 4.4 billion euros. In 2024, Ukrainian defenders are receiving German weapons worth 8.1 billion euros.
At the same time, in 2023, Germany sent weapons to Israel worth 326.5 million euros. However, this year, the amount has decreased by half to 161 million euros.
Overall, this year, Germany has authorized weapons exports worth 13.2 billion euros. In addition to Ukraine and Israel, the export of German weapons worth 1.2 billion euros has been approved for Singapore.
Aid for Ukraine from Germany
In 2024, Germany allocated the most funds for military aid to Ukraine among all European countries.
In particular, Ukrainian defenders have already received the third Patriot air defense system from Germany, which is critically necessary for protecting the skies from Russian missiles.
Additionally, on December 17, it was announced that Germany will finance the transfer of 20 Marder infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine.
