🚛 Delay in the delivery of Australian Abrams tanks to Ukraine due to logistics issues

⏳ The delivery of M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine from Australia will be delayed due to disruptions in the logistics center in Poland, caused by the suspension of U.S. military aid.

Source: Gazeta.UA

📦 The Australian Ministry of Defense reported that the planned tank transfer encountered difficulties due to the halt in logistics processes in Poland, which arose from the cessation of U.S. aid.

🤝 The Australian Ministry of Defense emphasizes the complications in transferring military equipment and adds that the issue will be discussed with Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, who will soon visit Australia.

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🚫 One U.S. official warned Australia against sending the tanks due to logistical issues and challenges with future maintenance of the equipment.

💬 Retired Major General Mick Ryan emphasized the necessity of tanks to help Ukraine repel the Russian invasion. He suggested working with Polish partners or even private contractors to expedite the delivery of tanks to Ukraine.

🛠️ Despite the challenges, the Australian government continues preparations for the transfer of equipment, including disassembling systems that were exclusively used by the Australian military.