Croatia plans to produce Ukraine with 30 M-84 foremost battle tanks and 30 M-80 infantry combating automobiles (IFVs) by the top of the yr, Protection Minister Ivan Anusic introduced.
The switch is a part of a “ring alternate” program facilitated by Germany, permitting European companions to help Ukraine’s protection efforts whereas securing upgraded gear for themselves.
The M-84 tanks, particularly the M-84A4 Snajper variant, are Yugoslav-era automobiles geared up with up to date fire-control programs, stabilizers, and laser rangefinders however lack reactive armor. In the meantime, the M-80 IFVs function a 20mm autocannon and have been provided to Ukrainian forces in earlier arms transfers.
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To boost its personal navy capabilities, Croatia goals to obtain as much as 50 Leopard 2A8 tanks utilizing funds from Germany’s ring-exchange initiative.
Anusic said, “The choice not solely strengthens our personal nationwide protection but additionally helps our companions in Ukraine at a important time.”
Along with the M-84 tanks and M-80 IFVs, Croatia is about to produce spare elements and ammunition to help the Ukrainian armed forces.
