The latest report from the Kiel Institute for the World Economy reveals that the military aid promised to Ukraine, in light of the Russian invasion that began in February 2022, has not been as substantial as initially pledged.
Despite the recent Ukrainian offensive, the assistance received is considerably less than promised at the beginning of the year, as indicated by the Ukraine Support Tracker developed by the German non-profit.
The report, focusing on the period from February 25 to May 31, notes that military aid to Kiev has totalled €9 (US$9.9) billion.
Germany, currently the second-largest contributor of military aid after the United States, has boosted its commitments by €3.26 billion, marking a 76% increase, bringing its total aid to €7.5 billion.
Germany’s assistance now includes more combat tanks, Iris-T air defense systems, and other weaponry to enhance Ukraine’s air defense capabilities.
Furthermore, the European Union has increased the European Peace Fund by an additional €2 billion, bringing the total to €5.6 billion, and is planning an additional €20 billion military aid to Ukraine over the next four years.
The United States has provided approximately €45 billion, while Spain has contributed €300 million in military aid.
Other countries mentioned in the report include Denmark, which has pledged €1 billion this year, including additional Leopard-2 tanks, bringing its total aid since 2022 to €1.6 billion.
Poland has promised two new military aid packages totaling €581 million, increasing its total military aid to €3 billion.
Meanwhile, Slovakia has committed and delivered combat aircrafts, contributing €700 million in aid.
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