Ambassador Melnik Calls for Increased Military Aid and Criticizes Germany
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Ukraine Seeks Security Guarantees Beyond NATO |
Ukraine's newly appointed UN ambassador, Andrey Melnik, stresses the importance of robust security guarantees for Ukraine, which could involve NATO membership but isn't limited to it. He points out that previous security agreements have fallen short and calls for legally binding commitments for military aid from partner nations. Melnik criticizes Germany for cutting back on defense support to Ukraine and reiterates the country's request for Taurus missiles. He also discusses possible changes in US aid with a new administration and emphasizes the necessity for increased defense spending in Europe. Additionally, the text references Melnik's past controversial comments regarding German leadership.