Reports have emerged that Germany has finally agreed to send its much sought-after Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine after much dilly-dallying and reluctance.
And officials in the United States have reportedly told media that Washington is also poised to eventually send dozens of M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine.
Now…this development comes just days after the United Kingdom confirmed it will be sending its Challenger 2 tanks to war-ravaged nation.
Prior to this, Poland and Finland were ready to send these tanks but they were not able to do so.
In this video, we decode what were the reasons behind Poland and Finland not being able to help Germany with these tanks despite being sovereign nations and whether these tanks could potentially help Ukraine.
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A far-right German politician will continue to run in the upcoming European parliamentary elections despite allegations that his advisor was spying for China. Sky News
Rishi Sunak and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz held a joint press conference. Speaking today in Berlin, the prime minister confirmed the reduction in civil service headcount to pre-pandemic levels would partly fund the defence spending uplift. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Rishi Sunak visits Germany, the day after announcing in Poland that the UK will spend 2.5% of GDP on defence by 2030. The prime minister is welcomed with military honours by Chancellor Olaf Scholz in the country's capital. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Senate Passes $95 Billion , Foreign Aid Package.
On April 23, the U.S. Senate voted
79-18 to approve foreign aid for Ukraine,
Israel and Taiwan, 'The Guardian' reports. .
Today the Senate sends a unified
message to the entire world:
America will always defend
democracy in its hour of need, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Make no mistake, America will deliver
on its promise to act like a leader on the
world stage, to hold the line against
autocratic thugs like Vladimir Putin. , Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
A provision to ban TikTok
after the election if ByteDance refuses
to sell the platform is also included.
The legislation will now head to President Biden, who told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on
April 23 that he will "move quickly" to provide aid.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
with whom he worked "hand in hand and shoulder to shoulder to get this bill done.".
A lot of people inside and
outside the Congress wanted this
package to fail. But today those in
Congress who stand on the side of
democracy are winning the day, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell also issued a statement.
Today’s action is overdue, but our work
does not end here. Trust in American
resolve is not rebuilt overnight. Expanding
and restocking the arsenal of democracy
doesn’t just happen by magic, Senate Majority Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, via statement
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The Finnish government declared Wednesday a nationwide day of mourning, ordering state agencies and institutions to lower the national flag to half-mast.
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Finnish police have reported multiple injuries resulting from a shooting incident at a primary school in Vantaa, a suburb of Helsinki. The authorities swiftly responded to the situation at Viertola school shortly after 9am local time on Tuesday.
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5 Easter Traditions , From Around the World.
Every culture has its own
unique holiday traditions rooted
in that region's folklore and history.
Here are five popular Easter traditions from different locations around the world.
1. Florence, Italy.
The firework-packed cart is paraded through the city and set off by the Archbishop during Easter mass.
2. Sweden and Finland.
It is common for children to
dress up as witches and beg
for chocolate in the streets.
3. Corfu, Greece.
The tradition welcomes spring by
disposing of old pots so new ones
can be used to gather the season's crops.
4. Bessières, France.
The tradition is said to have begun when Napoleon
passed through the town and ordered the townspeople to make a giant Omelette for his army.
5. Jerusalem, Israel.
Some who participate in the walk carry a
large cross to symbolize Jesus’ painful journey
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Rishi Sunak visits Germany, the day after announcing in Poland that the UK will spend 2.5% of GDP on defence by 2030. The prime minister assures officers of the pride and gratitude shared by allies who are all excited to work alongside them. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Rishi Sunak has arrived in Berlin where he is set to meet German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for talks on Wednesday. The topics of the meeting at the Chancellery will include mutual relations, the Russian war against Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East. It comes as Rishi Sunak met in Warsaw, Poland, on Tuesday with Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to discuss security.
Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has hailed the UK's relationship with Poland, telling his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk they were 'allies for the long term'. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Rishi Sunak and Defence Secretary Grant Shapps have visited the Warsaw Armoured Brigade where they met British soldiers - including one of the prime minister's own constituents. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
After Germany and the US agreed to send tanks to Ukraine as aid, Russia declared that all tanks sent for Ukraine’s help will burn.
#Ukraine #GermanTanks #Russia
Germany and US , Agree to Send Advanced , Tanks to Ukraine.
CNN reports that Germany has finally confirmed
that it will send a contingent of Leopard 2 tanks
to Ukraine following much..
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