Germany transfers two more MARS II systems, four Panzerhaubitze 2000 artillery systems to Ukraine

This is stated on the website of the German government.

It is noted that Ukraine received two MARS II multiple launch rocket systems. Thus, the Ukrainian army already has five such MLRS in service.

At the same time, Ukraine also received four more Panzerhaubitze 2000 self-propelled artillery systems. The Germans are implementing this project together with the Dutch. In total, they have already handed over 14 such self-propelled howitzers.

The German government also updated the list of announced military aid. In particular, the Germans promised to transfer another 6,100 artillery shells of 155 mm caliber and 186,000 cartridges of 40 mm caliber for grenade launchers to Ukraine. 

The supplies also include two surface drones. It is not known exactly what type of drones will be transferred.

• On October 25, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier announced the supply of 2 additional MARS MLRS, 4 howitzers, as well as the continuation of the supply of air defense systems to Ukraine.

• On October 26, German Defense Minister Christine Lambrecht asked Switzerland to allow the re-export of 35 mm ammunition for Gepard anti-aircraft guns to Ukraine.