On January 13, Warsaw hosted an important event – a meeting of the defense ministers of the E5 countries: Poland, Germany, France, Italy and Great Britain.
This was reported by URA-Inform with reference to the Facebook page of the head of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine Rustem Umerov.
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine Rustem Umerov emphasized the importance of cooperation with the E5. Among the main areas:
- weapons for the front: supplies of long-range systems and artillery shells;
- strengthening air defense: introduction of new air defense systems;
- development of the defense industry: increasing arms production to $35 billion in 2025.
The discussions also raised issues of strengthening coordination between the countries in the coalition and creating new formats for a more rapid response to threats. This includes:
- training the Ukrainian military: conducting joint exercises using advanced technologies;
- supplying high-tech weapons: including drones and electronic warfare systems;
- stimulating scientific research: developing innovative solutions for defense.
Europe signals long-term support for Ukraine. The approval of strategic plans until 2027 demonstrates the allies' commitment to joint action. This includes both financial and technical assistance, which will ensure sustainable development of the Ukrainian defense sector.
In addition, the expert assessed whether there is a threat of seizure of the Dnepropetrovsk region.
