Denmark has announced an increase in its military assistance to Ukraine, set to continue until the end of 2024. The Danish Ministry of Defense revealed these plans, emphasizing an acceleration in the delivery of Caesar self-propelled artillery systems for Ukraine. This initiative by the Danish government aims to ensure Ukraine’s ability to maintain its defense capabilities, as confirmed by Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen. With a recommendation to the Foreign Affairs Committee, Denmark plans to enhance financial support for acquiring military equipment, key among them being the weapon systems in collaboration with France. The report indicates that these developments come as Denmark seeks to set an example in supporting Ukraine during its ongoing conflict.

The motive behind Denmark’s decision lies in the critical situation of the conflict in Ukraine. The Danish government is increasing the defense budget to allow for additional contracts to be signed within this year, although the precise amount of new aid is undisclosed. This assistance will augment the existing DKK 2.6 billion previously allocated for this purpose. Moreover, Denmark, in coordination with France, is expediting the delivery of Caesar air defense systems to Ukraine, moving the timeline up from 2026 to potentially 2025. Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen emphasized the

ملخص الأخبار

• الدنمارك خصصت مبلغاً إضافياً لم يكشف عنه بعد، لإضافة إلى 2.6 مليار كرونة دنماركية سبق تخصيصها لدعم أوكرانيا بالمعدات العسكرية.
• الدنمارك وفرنسا تعملان على تسريع تسليم أنظمة دفاع Caesar لأوكرانيا ليتم التسليم في 2025 بدلاً من 2026.
• وزير الخارجية الدنماركي لارس لوكي راسموسن أكد أن الدنمارك تستجيب لطلبات أوكرانيا وتدعو أوروبا لزيادة دعمها لأوكرانيا.
• في 2023، نقلت الدنمارك جميع أنظمة مدفعية Caesar البالغ عددها 19 إلى أوكرانيا كجزء من المساعدات العسكرية.