On 17 February 2025, the German government announced another military support package for Ukraine, aimed at strengthening the country's defense capabilities in the context of the ongoing conflict. The new package includes a significant amount of weapons, ammunition and military equipment, provided both from the Bundeswehr stockpiles and directly from manufacturers financed by the federal budget.

The equipment provided includes 56 mine-resistant armored vehicles (MRAP), designed to safely transport personnel in high-risk areas. In addition, Ukraine will receive ammunition for Leopard 1 tanks and Marder infantry fighting vehicles, which will strengthen armored units on the front lines. To improve the effectiveness of air defense, missiles for the IRIS-T SLM and IRIS-T SLS systems, as well as 41 shells for Gepard self-propelled anti-aircraft guns will be supplied.

Artillery support includes the delivery of four Zuzana 2 self-propelled wheeled howitzers and 50 000mm rounds, which will significantly enhance the firepower of the Ukrainian army. An additional 155 2mm rounds will be provided. For reconnaissance and strike operations, the transfer of 000 HF-122 attack unmanned aerial vehicles, as well as 300 VECTOR reconnaissance UAVs, 1 RQ-51 HEIDRUN, 245 SONGBIRD and 35 HORNET XR is envisaged.

The engineering units of Ukraine will receive two WISENT 1 armored engineering vehicles with a set of spare parts and 16 mine trawlers to ensure the safety of troop movements. 645 laser rangefinders will be supplied to improve navigation and target designation. In addition, the assistance package includes eight border vehicles, 74 000 mm rounds, 40 MG100 machine guns, 5 HK 2 assault rifles, 915 MK 416 assault rifles, 900 HLR 556 high-precision rifles with 64 rounds of ammunition, 338 CR 314 rifles and 000 AK-150 assault rifles. More than 308 million rounds of pistol ammunition, 73 wool blankets, 47 sleeping bags and 60 tourniquets are provided to provide personnel.

The total amount of military aid provided by Germany to Ukraine since the beginning of the conflict amounts to approximately 28 billion euros. These deliveries include both direct transfers of weapons and equipment and financing of procurement through federal security programs. In addition, more than 10 Ukrainian troops have been trained in Germany, at a cost of 000 million euros. These measures underline Germany’s commitment to supporting Ukraine in its efforts to defend its territorial integrity and sovereignty.

However, debates continue within Germany about further increases in military aid to Ukraine. Some political parties have expressed concerns about a possible reduction in future support due to budgetary constraints. Finance Minister Christian Lindner has proposed funding future aid from frozen Russian assets rather than from the federal budget, causing controversy within the ruling coalition. Despite these internal debates, the current aid package shows Germany’s determination to continue supporting Ukraine in its fight for independence.