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Artillery Coalition

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international-conflict2 years ago

"Escalating Conflict: Russia's Ongoing Assault on Ukraine"

Russian forces continue to attack various regions in Ukraine, causing casualties and damage, while a Ukrainian hacking group reportedly stole technical data for 500 new military sites from a Russian state construction organization. International support for Ukraine is growing, with France establishing the Artillery Coalition for Ukraine and Switzerland pledging $1.75 billion in financial aid. Discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos emphasized the need for military support to achieve lasting peace, and Ukrainian cultural works reflecting the country's resistance to Russian aggression are gaining recognition.

international-relations2 years ago

"Ukraine's Defense Ministry Gears Up for Artillery Coalition to Address Weapons Shortages"

Representatives from 22 countries attended the inaugural meeting of the International Artillery Coalition in Paris, aiming to strengthen Ukraine’s defense capabilities by providing new artillery systems to counter Russian aggression. The Coalition, led by France and the U.S., will support Ukraine's transition to Western-type artillery and achieve NATO standards, with France pledging to produce additional howitzers and donate long-range missiles and air bombs. The long-term goal is to provide Ukraine with a million artillery rounds by spring 2024, synchronized with the EU's plans, and to ensure the effective functioning of already provided artillery systems.

international-relations2 years ago

"France Boosts Ukraine's Arsenal Amid Tensions with Russia"

France will provide 12 more Caesar self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine and is seeking financial assistance from other countries to supply an additional 60. The French Armed Forces Minister also announced plans to deliver air-to-surface precision guided munitions and train thousands of Ukrainian troops. France is leading an artillery coalition and aims to improve equipment based on Ukrainian feedback, with a focus on increasing artillery capability to enhance Ukraine's security.

international-relations2 years ago

"US and France Spearhead Artillery Support for Ukraine Amid Rising Tensions with Russia"

France and the United States are leading a coalition of 23 countries to provide artillery and ammunition to Ukraine, aiming to boost Ukraine’s artillery capacity in the short term. The coalition seeks to finance the purchase of 72 Caesar howitzers for Ukraine in 2024, with other members including Germany, the U.K., Canada, and Poland. The move comes as NATO countries have provided various artillery pieces to bolster Ukraine’s firepower, and France has allocated €50 million to buy 12 Caesar guns for Ukraine, appealing to coalition allies to contribute about €280 million for an additional 60 howitzers.