Ukraine says weapons delivered by Spain 'insufficient'; 'enough for two hours of fighting'

Ukrainian ambassor to Spain, Serhii Pohoreltsev has expressed concerns that 200 tons of military aid provided by Spanish government to fight Russian invasion will only last a couple of hours. amount of military equipment sent by Spain is 'insufficient,' given seriousness of situation, Pohoreltsev pointed. He h requested delivery of Leopard tanks to reinforce a consignment of supplies but weaponry sent is eugh "for two hours of fighting."

Ukrainian ambassor to Spain, however, thanked Spanish government for aid.

"We are grateful but we cant say that we are satisfied," ambassor said during commemoration of 100 days since Russian invasion that began on February 24. Specifically, Pohoreltsev h requested 155mm howitzers, 120mm mortars aforementioned tanks.  Ambassor h declared delivery of Leopards as “a priority,” as per EuropaPress.

re were also discussions on both sides to receive Spanish instructors for Ukrainian military to operate equipment. Ukraine diplomat reiterated that Ukraine needs "more financial aid and more weapons" to fight Russian forces whose arsenal exceeds Ukraine's "by 20 to 1." This he stated has brought a critical moment for Ukraine's armed forces but could be reversed if y receive  military supplies. "We could drive Russia out in a matter of weeks," Pohoreltsev h said.

Spain offering crucial support to Ukraine

Secretary-General of rth Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Jens Stoltenberg earlier commended Spain for its assisatnce to Ukriane. Stoltenberg h underlined that Spain has remained toger with its NATO allies in safeguarding security across Euro-Atlantic region over past four deces. He complimented Spain's contributions to NATO, particularly its significant participation in NATO missions and operations, and praised Prime Minister Sánchez and His Majesty King Felipe for ir personal leership and devotion to alliance. 

According to NATO Secretary-General, Spain is presently offering crucial support for war-torn Ukraine "with security assistance and humanitarian aid," in order to defend Ukraine's right to self-defence guaranteed in UN Charter. Following Russia's "brutal and unprovoked" assault on Ukraine, he warned that autocratic governments were attempting to "undermine" international rules-based system.