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Kyiv's mayor decries Germany's offer of 5,000 helmets to Ukraine as a 'joke' and asks if 'pillows' are next

Unlike other NATO members, Germany has declined to send weapons to Ukraine, renewing scrutiny of its motives.

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Unlike other NATO members, Germany has declined to send weapons to Ukraine, renewing scrutiny of its motives.

Summary

  • Germany is offering 5,000 helmets to Ukraine amid fears of a Russian invasion.
  • “We will supply Ukraine with 5,000 helmets as a clear signal: We are at your side.”
  • Nord Stream 2 bypasses Ukraine — depriving it of billions in gas transit fees.
  • Even still, the Ukrainian government vehemently opposes Nord Stream 2.
  • “Nothing will be off the table, including Nord Stream 2.”