Germany is preparing new aid packages for Ukraine, according to media reports.

Germany is preparing new substantial military aid packages for Ukraine, which may be delivered in the first half of 2025.

According to reports from N-TV,

the publication cites sources within government circles, indicating that the new packages will include 22 main battle tanks Leopard 1, 25 infantry fighting vehicles Marder, and one additional air defense system Iris-T SLM/SLS.

Additionally, as per N-TV's information, Ukraine will receive 16 howitzers, two extra Patriot launchers, and seven Gepard anti-aircraft systems along with 120,000 munitions.

“Ukraine will also receive 3,500 armed drones from Helsing, six armed Sea-King helicopters, and 250,000 artillery shells. Furthermore, there is a range of other weapons and equipment for the Ukrainian army,” the publication states.

Background. Previously, Mind reported that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz blocked the provision of military aid to Ukraine amounting to 3 billion euros, which was being advocated by Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and Defense Minister Boris Pistorius.