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The German government is expected to announce on Tuesday that it will deliver "Gepard" tanks to Ukraine, DER SPIEGEL has learned. The move comes amid growing calls in parliament to send heavy weapon systems to Kyiv in response to criticism that Berlin has been too hesitant in helping.

Under pressure, Germany announces heavy weapons for Ukraine

Top US officials to visit Kyiv amid call for heavy arms, Ukraine says

A loss for Ukraine would embolden Russian President Putin, setting the stage for future aggressions in the former Soviet states and beyond.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has said his government is providing money to arms manufacturers, but added that the Bundeswehr has nothing more to offer amid mounting criticism.

The decision to send Ukraine additional security aid was made by President Joe Biden after repeated requests by the Ukrainian government.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praised President Biden late Tuesday for describing Russia's wartime actions in Ukraine as genocide.

“There’s a sense of urgency,” says senior defense official, as Biden reportedly weighs approving a massive $750 million arms package.

The US is increasing its military commitment to the besieged nation, in an effort “to provide Ukraine with the capabilities to defend itself”.

“There’s a sense of urgency,” says senior defense official, as Biden reportedly weighs approving a massive $750 million arms package.