Zelensky says tank delivery is important step for victory against Russia

The announcement by the United States and Germany that they will authorize the delivery of heavy tanks to Ukraine It is an “important step” for the victory of the country, invaded by Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Wednesday.

The Ukrainian president thanked his American counterpart Joe Biden on Twitter for the “powerful” decision. “It’s an important step towards victory,” he said.

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“Today, the free world is united like never before with a common goal: the liberation of Ukraine,” added.

USA announced on Wednesday the delivery of 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine shortly after Germany authorized the shipment of Leopard main battle tanks.

kyiv had been demanding them insistently to stop the advance of the Russian army.

The head of the presidential administration, Andriy Yermak, described the day as “historic” and assured on Telegram that the tanks “will decide” the “future victory” of Ukraine.

“We will never forget him. The big moment arrives. Democracy will prevail.”he added.

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Chmygal added that the announcement of USA was “the solid result of the negotiations with the allies and proof of global support for Ukraine”.

Source: Elcomercio

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