The EU will supply ammunition and missiles to Ukraine if requested

The consequences of Russia’s attack on Ukraine were assessed at the EU Leaders’ Summit in Brussels. As the meeting progressed, the Ukraine portion of the summit declaration was released.

In the text, which states that political, military, financial and humanitarian support for Ukraine will continue to the end, it was emphasized that efforts have been increased to meet Ukraine’s growing military needs.

EU leaders welcomed a decision taken at the European Council earlier this week to send 1 million artillery shells to Ukraine within a year as a result of a joint purchase through the European Fund for Peace.

In addition, it was stated that if Ukraine “demands”, missiles will be supplied to this country through joint purchases.

The EU administration has been working for a while to meet Ukraine’s need for ammunition, especially 155-millimeter artillery shells. An agreement for the supply of ammunition was reached at the EU Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held earlier in the week.

It is planned that the member states that have this type of ammunition will deliver theirs to Ukraine, and in addition, 1 million shells will be completed through joint purchase.

Efforts are underway for defense industry companies, especially those in Europe, to increase production so that EU countries can replenish and replenish their own stocks.

THE PRESSURE ON RUSSIA WILL BE INCREASED WITH SANCTIONS

The leaders said they intend to increase massive pressure on Russia, as well as support for munitions. “The EU remains committed to maintaining and increasing collective pressure on Russia, including through possible additional restrictive measures, as well as working with partners on the oil ceiling,” the text reads. statement was included.

The leaders also noted the importance of effectively enforcing existing sanctions at the EU and national levels and preventing other countries from circumventing sanctions.

EU leaders called on the European Council and the European Commission to develop tools to strengthen the enforcement of sanctions. In addition, it was emphasized that work with other countries against Russian rhetoric and disinformation would be intensified. (AA)